Pricing ranges from
    $4,885 – 5,862/month

    Sundance Villa

    648 Rowland Blvd, Novato, CA 94947
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Family care, clean, great value

    I had a very positive, smooth experience at this family-like senior home - the staff and caring owner were wonderful with my mom who has Alzheimer's, kept everything clean, and even included my brother in activities. The place is nice from the outside, well located, and felt like better value than larger, pricier facilities.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.50·(4)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      5.0
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      4.5
    • Amenities

      4.5
    • Value

      5.0

    Pros

    • Family-like environment
    • Compassionate, attentive staff
    • Owner involvement in resident activities
    • Inclusive activity programming
    • Dementia/Alzheimer's-capable care
    • Smooth admissions and transition process
    • Clean, well-maintained environment
    • Convenient location and pleasant exterior
    • Perceived better value than larger facilities

    Cons

    • Higher-than-average pricing
    • Limited suitability for higher-dependency residents
    • Small-scale facility with constrained amenities
    • Potential layout limitations for certain care needs

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Sundance Villa is described as a small, family-oriented assisted living that emphasizes personal attention and a homelike atmosphere. Families frequently highlight compassionate, hands-on staff and an owner who takes an active role in resident life. The facility is perceived as clean and well maintained, and its exterior and location are considered convenient and attractive.

    Care quality and staff: Reviewers describe staff as caring and attentive, and several families specifically cited positive experiences with dementia/Alzheimer's care. The facility’s interpersonal approach—including willingness to include family members in activities—suggests a model focused on individualized attention rather than institutional scale. Admissions and transitions are characterized as smooth, which may ease placement decisions for families seeking a straightforward move-in process.

    Dining and activities: There are positive mentions of activity inclusion and engagement, including accommodations for family participation. Reviews do not provide detailed, consistent information about dining quality or meal-service patterns; absence of commentary on dining suggests that families had no major dining complaints but also that culinary offerings were not a standout feature in the available summaries.

    Facilities and management: Management appears accessible and personally involved; that engagement is highlighted as a distinguishing feature. The facility’s small size contributes to the family-like culture but also implies limited on-site amenities compared with larger communities. Several comments indicate that the physical layout and service scope may not suit residents with higher medical or mobility needs.

    Notable patterns and decision guidance: Sundance Villa tends to be recommended by families seeking a warm, small-scale setting and who value hands-on staff and owner involvement—particularly for residents with mild-to-moderate dementia who benefit from a personal approach. Two consistent limitations to weigh are the comparatively high cost and the facility’s limited suitability for higher-dependency or complex clinical needs. Prospective residents and families should confirm current clinical capabilities, amenity offerings, and pricing structure during a tour to determine fit for long-term or high-acuity care needs.

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    Location

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    Sundance Villa is located at 648 Rowland Blvd, Novato, CA, 94947.

    About Sundance Villa

    Sundance Villa is a senior living community located in Novato, California, dedicated to providing quality care and support for its residents. This residential care home focuses on memory care, serving seniors with specialized needs in a comfortable and nurturing environment. The community prioritizes the well-being of each resident, offering attentive personal assistance that supports daily living while also fostering independence where possible. The team at Sundance Villa is passionate about ensuring seniors live with dignity, comfort, and the highest possible quality of life.

    Dining is considered a cornerstone of life at Sundance Villa. Meals are carefully planned by chefs and nutrition experts to offer a balanced and delicious diet, making sure residents receive the essential vitamins and minerals necessary for health. Emphasizing fresh, high-quality ingredients, the culinary team crafts dishes that not only nourish but also delight, creating a dining experience that residents eagerly anticipate. The atmosphere at mealtimes encourages socialization, allowing residents to connect with each other in a friendly and stimulating setting.

    At Sundance Villa, a variety of engaging activities are thoughtfully curated to promote social, physical, mental, and emotional engagement among residents. From interactive social gatherings to programs designed to stimulate memory and cognitive function, the activities are tailored with the intent to bring joy and enrichment to every individual. The focus on holistic wellness helps ensure that residents are not only cared for physically but also supported in maintaining an active and meaningful lifestyle.

    A hallmark of Sundance Villa is the warmth and friendliness of its staff. The team is recognized for their kindness, joyfulness, and helpful nature toward residents and visitors alike, cultivating a welcoming and supportive environment within the community. This commitment to creating a positive, family-like atmosphere helps residents and their loved ones feel at home the moment they arrive. At Sundance Villa, compassion and respect are felt in every interaction, making it a distinguished choice for seniors and families seeking a superior level of memory care in the area.

    People often ask...

    Sundance Villa offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,885 per month.

    Sundance Villa offers assisted living, memory care, and board and care.

    The full address for this community is 648 Rowland Blvd, Novato, CA 94947.

    No, Sundance Villa does not offer 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.

    Safety & Compliance

    In California, the Department of Social Services' Community Care Licensing Division licenses residential care facilities for the elderly, conducting inspections and investigating complaints.

    License number216803333
    StatusLicensed
    Facility typeResidential Care Elderly
    Capacity4 residents
    LicenseeSUNDANCE VILLA, INC.
    EffectiveMarch 22nd, 2011
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    Inspection Reports

    19

    Reports

    4

    Type A Citations

    7

    Type B Citations

    5

    Complaints

    6

    Years

    07 Apr 2026Inspection
    Identified failure to obtain a California criminal background clearance for a person working at the site, creating an immediate health and safety risk to residents.
    • Type A80019(e)(2)
    21 Jan 2026Inspection
    Identified two deficiencies: two residents lacked pre-admission appraisals/needs service plans, and one staff member's personnel records were not available for review.
    • Type B87457(c)
    • Type B87412(f)
    21 Jan 2026Inspection
    Identified non-compliance related to inadequate care that resulted in a resident's hospitalization due to pressure wounds.
    22 Sept 2025Inspection
    Identified non-compliance due to inadequate care resulting in a resident's hospitalization from pressure wounds. Also noted concerns about supervision, administrator qualifications and duties, and resident records.
    31 Jul 2025Complaint
    Investigated allegations of neglect and lack of supervision resulting in an unexplained injury, delayed medical care, and reporting requirements.
    23 Jul 2025Inspection
    Identified a complaint alleging neglect and lack of supervision resulting in severe injury and a resident being left soiled for extended periods.
    03 Jun 2025Complaint
    Investigated an allegation that a resident was left in a soiled diaper for an extended period; findings did not establish whether the incident occurred.
    03 Apr 2025Complaint
    Investigated alleged neglect and lack of supervision that left a resident soiled for an extended period, resulting in hospitalization.
    • Type A87466
    • Type A87465(a)(2)
    21 Feb 2025Complaint
    Identified maintenance and operation issues, including clutter in the living room and kitchen areas and temperatures that were too cold.
    • Type B87303(a)
    21 Feb 2025Inspection
    Observed cluttered living and dining areas with medical equipment; two staff had expired first aid and CPR certification; one resident lacked a needs and services plan.
    21 Feb 2025Complaint
    Investigated an allegation that staff had inappropriate visiting hours. Evidence did not establish that the visiting hours violation occurred.
    06 Mar 2024Inspection
    Found multiple deficiencies related to staff health screenings and TB testing, pre-admission assessments for residents, quarterly disaster drills, incontinence care, and unsafe knife storage.
    • Type A87412(a)(11)
    • Type B87457(c)
    • Type B87625(b)(3)
    • Type B87705(f)(1)
    • Type B1569.695(c)
    14 Mar 2023Inspection
    Noted that updated CPR and First Aid training documentation was received and liability insurance renewal was pending; no deficiencies cited.
    20 Jan 2023Inspection
    Observed infection control measures in place at the site, but noted medication storage issues and a fire extinguisher that had not been charged since 2022.
    31 May 2022Inspection
    Conducted an unannounced case management visit noting three residents with no hospice care. A Marin County Public Health survey was submitted, and no deficiencies were cited.
    24 Feb 2022Inspection
    Observed no deficiencies; infection control measures, PPE supply, and medication storage were adequate at the site.
    10 Nov 2020Inspection
    Identified one resident with dementia and no Dementia Program Plan in place; observed safety concerns such as unlocked toxins, a knife in an unlocked drawer, and no audible devices on exits, while medications were kept locked. No deficiencies cited, but several documents and the dementia plan were requested for return by 11/13/2020, with PPE training noted and October staff tests all negative.
    12 Mar 2020Inspection
    Reviewed medication records and found inaccuracies in centrally stored medication logs, with staff unable to confirm proper entries; also observed deficiencies related to medication management and recordkeeping.
    26 Feb 2020Inspection
    Found that the facility was clean, well-maintained, and properly equipped, with all safety devices operational and food stored appropriately; identified deficiencies in staff training records, disaster drill documentation, and current CPR certification, along with required administrative updates needed by a specified date.

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