Worth Considering
0
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Novato, California
0 of 1 nursing homes in Novato (0%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
0 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
1.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
181
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why No Recommendations?
The nursing home market in Novato, California, is poor, with only one facility available, the NOVATO HEALTHCARE CENTER, which has a low rating of 1 star. Families should be cautious as there are no recommended options, and the sole facility has a concerning reputation with no fines to indicate accountability.
The other 1 Novato facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
Questions Novato Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Novato's city average is 1.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Novato facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Novato avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Novato facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Novato, CA are recommended?
0 of 1 nursing homes in Novato (0%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
Why are there no recommended nursing homes in Novato?
Our criteria are intentionally strict. While Novato has 1 nursing homes, none currently achieve both a Trust Grade of B+ or better AND zero fines. We list all facilities with honest assessments to help you make informed decisions.
What makes a nursing home in Novato "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Novato?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.