San Rafael Nursing Homes

San Rafael has nine skilled nursing homes, but Medicare rates only seven. The average overall rating is 2.9 stars out of five, with just one home at the top (5 stars) and two others rated 4 stars or higher. Four facilities are rated two stars or lower, showing significant variation in performance across the city. Families should expect to find mixed quality when reviewing local options.

Staffing data reveals limited registered nurse coverage: average nursing care totals 4.5 hours per resident daily, but only 0.7 hours come from a registered nurse. Annual nursing staff turnover is 39%, meaning teams change frequently, which can impact consistent care. These numbers suggest many homes operate with thin staffing resources.

Marin County has three hospitals with emergency departments, including Novato Community Hospital, offering nearby medical backup. Statewide, shared-room nursing home costs average $81,750 yearly. Given the low average ratings in San Rafael, families may want to check neighboring towns like Novato or Sausalito for facilities with stronger Medicare scores before deciding.