The Tamalpais Marin sits in Marin County as the only accredited Life Plan retirement community, and it's got all sorts of services for seniors, whether someone needs independent living in an elegant apartment, help with day-to-day activities through assisted living, memory care, or skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation. Folks can choose from studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartments, and there's a one-time entrance fee plus monthly fees that cover most services, with housing choices designed for people needing different levels of care, even special support for brain injury recovery, which means there's help for acquired brain injury survivors through a dedicated directory and support programs with the Marin Brain Injury Network.
Residents have access to furnished rooms with private bathrooms, cable TV, kitchenettes, telephones, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and many more comforts, and there's a whole range of activities from outdoor programs, walking paths, and a garden, to resident-run activities, movie nights, a fitness room, a library, an art studio, a woodworking shop, music programs, and even a community garden. The dining services make it simple to eat well, with restaurant-style meals cooked by a professional chef, an all-day dining option, menus for folks with allergies or diabetes, and an actual dining room to gather in.
Health services include 24-hour nursing and supervision, help with medicines, bathing, dressing, and getting around, plus physical therapy and rehabilitation, emergency alert systems, and a skilled nursing department so that moving from assisted living to higher care is possible without leaving the community. People can take part in social and cultural events, visit the swimming pool, try their hand at billiards, shuffleboard, bocce, or croquet, and go out to local spots like Sausalito, Larkspur, Sonoma, Napa, or hiking in Mount Tamalpais and Muir Woods, and there's always something going on, whether it's classes, a luau luncheon with the Hulal Group, or just tending the flower beds.
Staff can help with housekeeping, laundry, dry cleaning, maintenance, and transport, and the family support services and move-in help mean folks don't have to figure things out alone, and if someone's coming from nearby, movable packing costs up to $6,000 are covered, and they even help plan the new apartment layout. The community is part of Sequoia Living, a nonprofit committed to senior care, and it's licensed as an RCFE with the right certifications so services stay up to date and trustworthy, and there are emergency response services and on-site doctors. There's a virtual tour for people wanting to see apartments from afar, and residents share interests and talents through all kinds of programs and adventures. The Tamalpais Marin truly serves those wanting to keep an active, independent lifestyle while knowing they've got help if they need it, and the community doesn't rush or push, but rather sets out to make things a bit easier and friendlier as people's needs change.
People often ask...
The Tamalpais Marin offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.
There are 21 photos of The Tamalpais Marin on Mirador.
Yes, The Tamalpais Marin allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.
The full address for this community is 501 Vía Casitas, Greenbrae, CA, 94904.
Yes, The Tamalpais Marin offers respite care.
Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
State of California Inspection Reports
41
Inspections
8
Type A Citations
2
Type B Citations
5
Years of reports
10 Jun 2025
10 Jun 2025
Found 16 assisted living, 24 memory care, and 228 independent living residents, with five on hospice and nine with dementia. Found clean, safe conditions with exits unobstructed, fire safety equipment up to date, hot water within regulation (105.6–120°F), ample food supplies, and resident needs documented; medication review not completed; no deficiencies cited.
§ 9058
12 Jun 2025
12 Jun 2025
Reviewed resident and staff records, found up-to-date care plans and physician assessments, with staff background clearances or exemptions and CPR/First Aid certifications on file; renovations on several floors were underway with schedules posted. No citations were issued, and updates to key documents such as designation of responsibility, emergency plan, administrator certificate, and proof of liability insurance were requested by 6/30/2024.
§ 9058
03 Jun 2025
03 Jun 2025
Investigated follow-up after a financial abuse report received on 5/27/2025; interviews and records were obtained. No citation issued; information was reviewed and further follow-up planned.
26 Sept 2024
26 Sept 2024
Identified a self-reported medication error where a resident received 2 mg of a prescribed medication instead of 1 mg due to a transcription error during a morning dose pass. A civil penalty was issued, and an appeal of rights was provided.
26 Sept 2024
26 Sept 2024
Identified a medication error during a routine inspection. A civil penalty was issued due to a repeat violation of medication dispensing regulations.
§ 9058
06 Aug 2024
06 Aug 2024
Found an unannounced case management visit, met with the administrator, and conducted a walk-through at 9:00am. Observed plans to convert SNF beds to AL within RCFE, and noted that the administrator planned to submit additional requested documentation. No deficiencies found.
06 Aug 2024
06 Aug 2024
No deficiencies cited during today's inspection.
05 Jul 2023
05 Jul 2023
Determined that the provider notified residents in February 2023 about plans to close skilled nursing facility and submitted an application on June 5, 2023 to convert to assisted living units. Because approval could not be granted at that time and skilled nursing facility remained open, the allegation that the life care continuum requirement was violated was not proven.
16 May 2024
16 May 2024
Found the site clean and comfortable, with proper fire safety measures, regulated hot water temperatures, and ample food; admissions agreements were posted for public view and toxins stored securely. A five-resident and five-staff file review began but was not completed, and a medication review will be conducted later, with no deficiencies cited.
16 May 2024
16 May 2024
Confirmed no deficiencies found during inspection of the facility, which was clean, well-maintained, and met regulations for safety and resident care.
30 Nov 2023
30 Nov 2023
Identified a medication error where a med tech gave another resident’s medications during medication passing; poison control indicated no significant risk and the resident had no adverse reactions, with the prescribing physician and responsible party notified, training documents provided, and an appeal of rights given.
30 Nov 2023
30 Nov 2023
Confirmed a medication error occurred at the facility on a specific date, resulting in a resident receiving the wrong medication.
09 Oct 2023
09 Oct 2023
Found that the allegation of failing to notify residents within 10 days and post a summary was not supported, since notification occurred under a different provision and a later posting of the plans and summary was provided to residents.
09 Oct 2023
09 Oct 2023
Found that there was no violation of notification requirements regarding an application for a change in the type of care provided at the facility.
§ 87465(a)(4)
07 Sept 2023
07 Sept 2023
Found renovated areas on the second floor in a building housing 328 residents, with water temperatures in six rooms not meeting Title 22 standards. Requested a 7-day log of water temperatures and LIC200 submission by COB 9/8/2023 to update the fire clearance; no deficiencies cited.
07 Sept 2023
07 Sept 2023
Conducted inspection of newly renovated area on the second floor; identified water temperature issue and fire clearance update needed before residents move in.
05 Jul 2023
05 Jul 2023
Found the planned closure of a skilled nursing facility did not violate regulations due to a lack of approval for the conversion plan, thus keeping the facility open. Residents were informed of potential closure, but the proposal was not yet enacted.
§ 87465(a)(4)
14 Jun 2023
14 Jun 2023
Found that the allegation about the 9.25% monthly fee increase and how it was handled was not supported by evidence. The provider complied with the applicable statutes and kept residents informed with presentations and materials.
14 Jun 2023
14 Jun 2023
Confirmed that the complaint regarding a fee increase at the facility was unfounded.
25 Apr 2023
25 Apr 2023
Identified lack of current First Aid training among several staff and reviewed a self-reported medication error where a resident received a double dose because records were not checked; administrator indicated scheduled training. Requested that by 5/13/2023 the provider submit updated documents including designation of responsibility, personnel records, emergency plan (if changed), administrator certificate, proof of liability insurance, and appeal of rights.
24 Apr 2023
24 Apr 2023
Found the setting clean and well-maintained with a comfortable temperature, unobstructed exits, and current fire safety systems; hot water ranged from 110.4 to 114.8 degrees F, within regulatory limits. Found adequate food supplies, proper storage, dietary accommodations, a binder of residents’ needs, secured toxins, and bedrooms with proper lighting and furnishings; began reviewing five resident files and five personnel files but could not complete medication review, and no deficiencies cited.
25 Apr 2023
25 Apr 2023
Identified deficiencies in staff training and medication error were noted during the inspection.
24 Apr 2023
24 Apr 2023
Found no deficiencies during the inspection, facility met regulations for safety, cleanliness, food storage, emergency preparedness, and resident care.
30 Mar 2023
30 Mar 2023
Investigated allegations that staff spoke to residents inappropriately. Found no conclusive evidence to prove or disprove the claims.
30 Mar 2023
30 Mar 2023
Found the food service allegation unsubstantiated; adequate food supplies and compliant menus were observed, with interviews yielding mixed information about food choices. Found the staffing allegation unsubstantiated; staff were present in dining, health center, and clinic, and resident services were not restricted.
30 Mar 2023
30 Mar 2023
Investigated claims of staff speaking inappropriately to residents; determined insufficient evidence to confirm or refute the allegations, resulting in an unsubstantiated finding.
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§ 87411(c)(1)
07 Mar 2023
07 Mar 2023
Reviewed 28 SNF resident files during an unannounced case-management visit to a CCRC planning to close the SNF area; regulations on restricted health conditions, prohibited health conditions, and oxygen administration were discussed.
07 Mar 2023
07 Mar 2023
Identified issues with the care provided to residents at an assisted living facility.
02 Feb 2023
02 Feb 2023
Identified that an individual did not have the required criminal record clearance to work in a care setting, and an immediate civil penalty was imposed.
02 Feb 2023
02 Feb 2023
Found deficiencies during inspection, including failure to complete required criminal background check for an employee. Civil penalty of $500 assessed.
02 Jun 2022
02 Jun 2022
Found clean, safe, and well-maintained conditions with comfortable temperatures, proper food storage, and active infection-control measures, including PPE availability and staff training. No deficiencies were observed.
02 Jun 2022
02 Jun 2022
Inspection found no deficiencies and all requirements were met at the facility.
§ 87355
14 Mar 2022
14 Mar 2022
Identified deficiencies, including hot water temperatures outside the allowed range in several bathrooms and a fire extinguisher last serviced in March 2022. Maintained infection-control measures with vaccination verification, PPE training, and weekly testing; last disaster drill conducted in December 2021.
14 Mar 2022
14 Mar 2022
Identified deficiencies in safety and staffing protocols during an inspection of the facility.
30 Dec 2021
30 Dec 2021
Found no evidence supporting the allegation that AL and memory care residents were not receiving services as outlined in the Program Plan during renovations. Found no evidence supporting the allegation that food service regulations were violated; a full-time Dining Services Director was in place and COVID-related dining adjustments were implemented.
30 Dec 2021
30 Dec 2021
Investigated complaints regarding non-compliance with a program plan and food service regulations, neither found to have sufficient evidence to confirm or deny violations.
§ 87303(e)(2)
16 Jun 2021
16 Jun 2021
Found unsubstantiated the allegation that residents were not treated with dignity and respect, and unsubstantiated the allegation that safety, sanitation, and repairs were not maintained. Found that a van blocked the resident garage, preventing residents from exiting with their cars.
16 Jun 2021
16 Jun 2021
Confirmed allegations of a van blocking the resident garage, preventing residents from using their cars, while other allegations of residents not being treated with dignity and respect and facility safety were not proven.
11 Jun 2021
11 Jun 2021
Found no deficiencies; the site was clean, temperatures and hot water within acceptable ranges, exits unobstructed, fire safety equipment current, food supplies adequate, toxins locked, and PPE in place with N95 fit testing and disaster plans reviewed.
11 Jun 2021
11 Jun 2021
Confirmed cleanliness, food supply, emergency preparedness, and resident care at the facility during inspection.
§ 87468.1(a)(6)
07 Jan 2020
07 Jan 2020
No deficiencies cited; residents doing well after reported incident.
