Pricing ranges from
    $3,800 – 4,500/month

    Comforting Hands Forever LLC

    73 Golden Hinde Blvd, San Rafael, CA, 94903
    3.1 · 7 reviews
    • Assisted living
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    3.0

    Lovely grounds, caring staff, issues

    I appreciated the lovely gardens, outdoor patio, piano, great activities and amazing food-Christine and Sherie kept me informed and many caregivers were warm and attentive. The place felt very clean and caring, and it helped my family through a difficult time. However, locked doors, poor wheelchair accessibility, staff mistakes/not always helpful, and ongoing management/billing problems (overcharges/payment issues) are serious concerns. Because of those accessibility and administrative issues, I cannot fully recommend it for more independent residents.

    Pricing

    $3,800+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $4,500+/moSuiteAssisted Living

    Schedule a Tour

    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Hospice waiver
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    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

    Memory care community services

    • Dementia waiver
    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    3.14 · 7 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      3.4
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      3.5
    • Value

      3.0

    Pros

    • Loving, attentive caregiving staff
    • Warm, compassionate staff members
    • Specific staff (Christine and Sherie) communicated well
    • Very clean facility
    • Amazing food and meals
    • Outdoor patio and beautiful gardens
    • Bird feeders and hummingbirds on site
    • Active engagement and good activities
    • Piano and musical elements
    • Meals encouraged outdoors
    • Small board-and-care setting (more intimate)
    • Reasonable cost
    • Helped families through difficult times
    • Generally wonderful care and highly recommended by some reviewers
    • Good overall feel and nice people

    Cons

    • Some staff unhelpful or made mistakes with orders
    • Management issues and poor administration
    • Billing disputes, overcharging, and payment manipulation allegations
    • Refused per diem payments
    • Doors locked, creating a jail-like feeling
    • Not suitable for higher-functioning or more independent residents
    • Cluttered areas in parts of the facility
    • Wheelchair accessibility concerns

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is mixed but centers on a clear split between consistently praised direct care and troubling administrative or accessibility concerns. Many reviewers emphasize the compassionate, warm nature of the caregiving staff and specific positive interactions — for example, Christine and Sherie were called out as excellent communicators who kept families informed. Several accounts describe the staff as loving, attentive, and wonderful, and multiple reviewers say the home provided compassionate assistance during difficult times. The small board-and-care format is mentioned as a positive by those who appreciated the intimate setting and personalized attention.

    Facility atmosphere and offerings receive strong positive remarks from multiple reviewers. The grounds and outdoor spaces — a patio, beautiful gardens, and bird feeders frequented by hummingbirds — are repeatedly highlighted as a real asset, as are on-site elements like a piano and encouraged outdoor dining. Reviewers note the meals are excellent, that mealtimes are pleasant (often held outdoors), and that activities and engagement for residents are active and well done. Cleanliness is also frequently praised, reinforcing the impression of a cared-for, homey environment that supports resident comfort and social engagement.

    Despite those strengths, a number of reviews raise significant and recurring concerns about management, billing practices, and suitability for certain resident types. Several reviewers reported management issues, including disputes over billing, allegations of overcharging and payment manipulation, and at least one report that the facility refused per diem payments. These administrative problems appear to have led to strong negative recommendations from some families and create a risk of financial and procedural stress for prospective residents and their relatives. The contrast is stark: while some families highly recommend the facility for its care, others explicitly say they would not recommend it because of these administrative issues.

    Safety, access, and resident independence are other areas of concern. A few reviewers described locked doors and an overall feeling akin to a jail, and one review explicitly stated the home is not appropriate for higher-functioning residents. This suggests the environment may be more controlled or secured in ways that some families find restrictive. Accessibility is also inconsistent in reviewers' eyes — while the setting is pleasant, there are mentions of cluttered areas and specific wheelchair accessibility problems, which could be important for residents with mobility needs.

    Putting these themes together, the facility appears to offer strong hands-on care, a nurturing staff, attractive outdoor spaces, good food, and active programming — characteristics many families value highly. However, important caveats include inconsistent administrative practices, billing disputes, and certain operational choices (locked doors, clutter, accessibility limitations) that may make it a poor fit for more independent or mobility-impaired residents. Prospective residents and families should weigh the high marks for direct caregiving and environment against the reported management and billing red flags. Recommended next steps for anyone considering this facility are to: (1) conduct a thorough in-person tour to assess accessibility, clutter levels, and door/lock policies; (2) ask detailed, written questions about billing, payment policies (including per diem practices), and dispute resolution; (3) meet or speak with direct-care staff (including Christine and Sherie if available) and current families for firsthand accounts; and (4) confirm whether the level of care is appropriate for a more independent/higher-functioning resident versus someone needing more structured supervision.

    Location

    Map showing location of Comforting Hands Forever LLC

    About Comforting Hands Forever LLC

    Comforting Hands Forever LLC sits in San Rafael, California, close to the bay with ocean breezes, and at this small residential care home you'll find a comfortable, home-like setting that holds up to six seniors at a time, so things stay quiet and personal, and there's a focus on making folks feel both cared for and independent. There's a mix of care types here, with assisted living, memory care, home care, adult day services, skilled nursing, Medicare-certified home health, and hospice all available-plus respite care if family caregivers need a break. Staff have experience and treat residents with respect, with nurses and doctors on call, and a podiatrist, dentist, and different therapists who stop in as needed, while the team offers help with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, medication, or just getting around, and they handle cooking and cleaning too. There's a range of rooms, like private bedrooms (one's set up in a Mediterranean style at the back), a spacious shared room, and semi-private options, all furnished and decorated to make things relaxing, and there are wheelchair accessible showers and three private baths in this five-bedroom home.

    Residents get meals made for their dietary needs, and there's a beauty and barber service, plus folks can keep pets if they want. Activities happen on and off site, with movie nights, walking paths, gardens, and both indoor and outdoor spaces to enjoy, as well as devotional services, a lounge out back, and an activity room for group time, which all help people stay social and active. There's transportation for errands or doctor visits, and the property connects to bus lines, so getting around isn't tough, while resident parking's right there. Memory care includes dementia support, with special waiver programs, and they can give high acuity care for those with big health needs, offering help for ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents alike. Residents can meet with staff, join community activities, and get personal care plans tailored to what they need-there's always 24-hour help and an emergency alert system. The place welcomes both men and women, with gender-specific options if that's needed. Folks who live here say it's supportive and welcoming, with lots of ways to engage and relax, and the community has a reputation that's settled in with a 2.5-star rating, so it's straightforward to know what to expect. The whole focus stays on making life safe, dignified, and comfortable, and there's a sense of belonging that comes with all the small, personal touches and simple, honest caregiving.

    People often ask...

    State of California Inspection Reports

    7

    Inspections

    1

    Type A Citations

    6

    Type B Citations

    6

    Years of reports

    11 Sept 2024
    Confirmed allegations of staff leaving residents soiled and not providing adequate food service were found to be unsubstantiated based on document review, interviews, and observations.
    03 Jul 2024
    Confirmed allegation of uncomfortable temperature inside the facility, but residents were observed to be monitored and kept hydrated by staff.
    • § 87303(b)(2)
    14 Jun 2024
    Identified areas of concern discussed in the meeting included operational duties, Change of Ownership application status, and Administrator duties. No deficiencies were cited during the meeting.
    29 Apr 2024
    Visited facility, no deficiencies cited, staff association paperwork submitted, pending administrator certification.
    24 Feb 2023
    Confirmed no deficiencies and ensured infection control protocols were being followed during the inspection visit.
    11 Feb 2022
    Identified deficiencies in safety equipment and environmental conditions within the facility, including issues with exit doors, hot water temperatures, and room temperatures, during an inspection conducted by state licensing authorities.
    • § 87705(j)
    • § 87303(e)(2)
    • § 87303(e)(3)
    15 Nov 2019
    Identified deficiencies in resident care and documentation during a recent visit by regulatory authorities. Financial penalties were assessed for repeat citations.
    • § 15609.605
    • § 87705(c)5
    • § 87705(c)5

    Nearby Communities

    • Exterior view of Aegis Living of Corte Madera assisted living and memory care facility with a driveway, landscaped greenery, and a sign displaying the facility name and address number 5555.
      $5,300 – $9,500+4.4 (34)
      Studio • 1 Bedroom • 2 Bedroom
      assisted living, memory care

      Aegis Living Corte Madera

      5555 Paradise Dr, Corte Madera, CA, 94925
    • Exterior view of Truewood by Merrill, Pinole senior living facility showing a two-story building with white walls and a covered entrance. There are trees with red leaves, green bushes, and a flagpole with the American and California state flags. The sky is clear and blue.
      $3,050 – $4,890+4.3 (105)
      Studio • 1 Bedroom • 2 Bedroom
      independent living, assisted living

      Truewood by Merrill, Pinole

      2621 Appian Way, Pinole, CA, 94564
    • Exterior view of Belmont Village Senior Living Albany building with a modern architectural design, featuring stone and beige walls, multiple windows, a covered entrance, and a large abstract silver sculpture in front under a clear blue sky.
      $5,225 – $9,730+4.3 (115)
      1 Bedroom • 2 Bedroom • Semi-private • Studio
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Belmont Village Senior Living Albany

      1100 San Pablo Ave, Albany, CA, 94706
    • Exterior view of a multi-story building with beige walls and multiple windows. The building has a large sign that reads 'SAGEBROOK SENIOR LIVING AT SAN FRANCISCO'. There are a few tall, narrow trees planted in front of the building under a clear blue sky.
      $4,500 – $7,000+4.5 (97)
      Semi-private • Studio
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Sagebrook Senior Living

      2750 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94118
    • Exterior view of a multi-story residential building with large windows and a green awning entrance, surrounded by small trees and parked cars under a clear blue sky.
      $6,780 – $10,500+4.2 (47)
      Studio • 1 Bedroom • Semi-private
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill

      1550 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA, 94109
    • Exterior view of a modern multi-story residential building with large windows, balconies, and a landscaped entrance featuring trees and shrubs. A silver car is parked near the entrance on a paved street.
      $7,900 – $17,000+4.9 (138)
      Studio • 1 Bedroom • 2 Bedroom
      independent, assisted living, memory care

      Coterie Cathedral Hill

      1001 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94109

    Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

    1. 97 facilities$6,294/mo
    2. 98 facilities$6,239/mo
    3. 92 facilities$6,175/mo
    4. 110 facilities$6,073/mo
    5. 89 facilities$6,024/mo
    6. 92 facilities$6,243/mo
    7. 118 facilities$6,279/mo
    8. 87 facilities$6,319/mo
    9. 86 facilities$6,362/mo
    10. 54 facilities$5,885/mo
    11. 69 facilities$6,136/mo
    12. 46 facilities$6,089/mo
    © 2025 Mirador Living