Nursing home · Greenbrae, CA
The Tamalpais
501 Via Casitas, Greenbrae, CA 94904 · (415) 461-2300
The Tamalpais is a 52-bed nonprofit nursing home in Greenbrae, California (Marin County). It has been certified to provide Medicare services since 1969. On average it cares for 20 residents a day (about 38% of its certified beds). It is part of a continuing care retirement community. CMS gives it an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars; the average in California is 3.2.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | California avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | – | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | – | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | – | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | – | 37% | 45% |
| RN turnover | – | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | September 11, 2025 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 8 below the state average of 16 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 0 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 0 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. Legal business name: Sequoia Living INC. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of The Tamalpais?
CMS rates The Tamalpais 3 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars for health inspections, 1 for staffing and 3 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does The Tamalpais have?
52 certified beds, with an average of 20 residents a day.
Does The Tamalpais accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for The Tamalpais?
(415) 461-2300. Address: 501 Via Casitas, Greenbrae, CA 94904.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).