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Cedars Dante HouseLicense #216800849 · Covelight Care
Covelight CareCedars Dante HouseLicense #216800849 · 1914 Novato Blvd, Novato, CA · (415) 897-0817Record printed from covelightcare.com — data as of the dates shown on each item.
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Estimated starting rate$5,350/mo

Covelight estimate · likely $4,400–$6,600 · See costs

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Small home · Licensed for 6 · Novato

Cedars Dante House

1914 Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947 · Licensed since 2000

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Cedars Dante House

Overview

Estimated starting rate

$5,350 a month

Covelight estimate · likely $4,400–$6,600 See costs

No openings reported

  • Approved by the state: WheelchairState licensing record · October 26, 2026
  • Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record

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Care and support

  • Wheelchairup to 2 residents

Not on file: dementia, hospice and bedridden approvals.

Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 26, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.

Read the state’s own wording
2 NON-AMBULATORY. NON-AMBULATORY IN BDRMS 5 & 6.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026

As needs change

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Cedars Dante House: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight, help with medicines, staying through hospice and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.

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What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$5,350a month to start

Likely $4,400–$6,600

From 13 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$5,350likely a month
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room

Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.

  • Starting monthly rate$5,350likely $4,400–$6,600

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 13 small homes and similar homes within 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

  • Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600

    Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (44 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).

  • One-time move-in fee$2,500one time · likely $0–$4,000

    Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,500 (133 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.

Likely monthly totalLikely $4,400–$6,750
$5,350
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,150–$9,900
$7,850
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
  • MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
  • Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
  • Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
  • SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
  • VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
  • Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
Rates at nearby homes13 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,500 to $15,000

$3,500$15,000

EstimateLikely rangeA nearby home’s published starting rate

13 homes like this within 10 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,600–$7,500.

  • The Anton PointeNovato · 1.6 mi · Mid-size home
    $3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Bel Marin GardensNovato · 3.8 mi · Small home
    $7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Shalom HouseSan Rafael · 6.9 mi · Small home
    $5,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Golden Home Extended CareSan Rafael · 7.0 mi · Mid-size home
    $7,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Villa Marin Ambulatory Care UnitSan Rafael · 7.7 mi · Mid-size home
    $15,000Listed on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Haven House of San RafaelSan Rafael · 8.2 mi · Small home
    $7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Daniel Rest HomeSan Rafael · 8.3 mi · Small home
    $5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Taking the JourneyPetaluma · 8.7 mi · Small home
    $7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Little Bird Assisted LivingPetaluma · 8.9 mi · Small home
    $7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
  • Genesis RCFEPetaluma · 9.0 mi · Small home
    $7,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Alta Care HomePetaluma · 9.6 mi · Small home
    $7,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Bello Gardens Assisted LivingSan Anselmo · 9.7 mi · Mid-size home
    $4,800Listed on Seniorly · memory care private room · seen September 9, 2026. We don’t have this home’s dementia-care disclosure. California requires a home that advertises dementia care to describe that care in writing when you ask.
  • Creekside CottagePetaluma · 9.9 mi · Small home
    $7,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 13 small homes and similar homes within 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

  • Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
  • Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
  • Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
  • Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
  • We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
  • It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
  • The care level

    Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.

  • What is billed separately

    Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.

  • Move-in costs

    A one-time move-in fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.

  • Increases

    California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.

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An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.

Daily life

Daily life here is not on file yet. Most small homes haven’t published it, and that says nothing about the home.

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Where it is

1914 Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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  1. 1Novato Community HospitalHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list1.7 mi

Straight-line distances; check the drive or the walk. Hospital: the nearest general acute care hospital on the state’s list (CDPH, September 16, 2026).

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The state record

California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

CDSS public record, read October 26, 2026 · License #216800849 · See the state’s own record ↗

The last 36 months — 5 of 7 documents

20263 state visits · 3 documents

Jul 2, 2026Facility evaluation reportCase Management - IncidentReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Incident

07/02/2026; Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Loera arrived unannounced to conduct a Case Management - Incident visit. LPA met with Administrator, Mayeen Galang. The purpose of the visit was to follow up on self-reported incident that was submitted to Community Care Licensing (CCL). CCL received an incident report on 06/03/2026 stating on 06/02/2026, at approximately 11:30 AM resident (R1) fell and struck their head when being picked up for a dentist appointment. R1 was transferred to the Novato Community Hospital where a CT scan of the head was performed and a subdural hematoma was noted. Per conversation with Administrator, R1 had the fall at day program when getting into a vehicle and lost their balance. R1 received medical treatment and returned to the facility on 06/04/2026. R1 received home health service visits for a week and was observed to be doing well to which home health services were stopped. LPA obtained copies of medical documents. Exit interview was conducted with Administrator. Copy of report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 2, 2026
Feb 10, 2026Facility evaluation reportCase Management - Annual ContinuationReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation

02/10/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Loera arrived unannounced to continue an Annual Required inspection that was initiated on 02/05/2026, and was greeted by administrator, Mayeen Galang. LPA conducted a review of four resident records and P&I monies. All records had the required documentation. LPA conducted review of four staff records/training. Upon a review of records, LPA found all staff to have required initial training as well as current 1st Aid & CPR certification on file. However, facility was unable to show proof of required 20 hours of annual training for staff (S1), staff (S2), and staff (S3). (Deficiency Cited) Facilities last emergency/fire drill was conducted on 01/22/2026. The following deficiencies were observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations and/or Health and Safety Code, Title 22, Division 6 of California Regulation. Failure to correct the deficiency and/or repeat deficiencies within a 12 month period may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted and appeal of rights provided. Updated copies of the following documents were requested for facility file and are to be submitted to CCL by 03/10/2026: LIC500 - Updated Personnel Report LIC400 - Affidavit Regarding Client/Resident Cash Resources LIC402 - Surety Bond Updated Liability Insurance Exit interview conducted and copy of report was provided to Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 10, 2026
Feb 5, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

02/05/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Loera conducted an unannounced Annual Required – 1 yr. inspection visit for this facility. There are currently five residents in care. Facility approved/cleared for two non-ambulatory . During LPAs arrival, no staff or residents were present, LPA made a call and a staff member came to assist LPA. Administrator, Mayeen Galang arrived at approximately 2:00pm. During arrival LPA was notified four residents were attending day program and one resident is currently at skilled nursing. LPA and staff toured the building and grounds. The facility was found to be at a comfortable temperature. LPA observed a 2 day supply of perishable and 7 day supply of non-perishable food. All rooms were furnished per regulation. Extra hygiene products and linens were available. Water temperature in sinks accessible to residents in care were measured and found to be within the range of 105 to 120 degrees F. Fire extinguishers were last inspected February 2025. Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors located throughout the facility were tested and operational. Sharps were found to be secured in a kitchen drawer. Chemicals and other cleaning supplies are located in a hallway storage closet. Medications were found to be centrally stored. LPA conducted spot medication count and found all prescription medication to be properly recorded on the Centrally Stored Medication Record. LPA is unable to complete annual inspection. Annual continuation visit will be conducted at a later date. No Deficiencies Cited during todays visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 5, 2026

20251 state visit · 1 document

Feb 26, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Deniz and Loera arrived unannounced at approximately 9:15AM to conduct an Annual Required inspection and was greeted by staff. LPAs and staff discussed the purpose of the visit. Administrator, Mayeen Galang arrived shortly after. LPAs and staff initiated a tour of the facility around 09:35 AM and made the following observations: Facility was a comfortable temperature, and passageways were free from obstructions except room one. LPAs observed a bench located on the outside blocking the exit passageway in room one, Administrator removed bench from passageway (Technical Violation issued). Resident rooms were furnished per regulation. Water temperature in sinks accessible to clients measured at 108 degrees F which is within the range of 105 to 120 degrees F allowed per regulation. Extra hygiene products and linens were available. Cabinets containing cleaning supplies were locked. Facility has at least two days of perishable and one week of non-perishable foods which were of quality and stored per regulation. Medications were centrally stored and locked. Emergency food and water is stored in the garage. LPAs discussed with administrator Mayeen about emergency water and food supply to be fully stocked per Title 22. Administrator agrees and will make sure the facility fully stocked for emergency needs. Personal Protective Equipment is stored in the garage. Fire extinguishers were last serviced 02/2025. Facility smoke and carbon monoxide detectors located throughout the facility were tested and operational during inspection. Most recent fire/disaster drill was conducted 01/05/2025. Client cash resources were reviewed. Four staff files and four resident files were reviewed. Staff have required First Aid and CPR certificates. Medications and medication records were reviewed. Administrator Certificate for Administrator, Mayeen Galang (6029937740) expired 02/24/2025, but she applied for renewal. Continued on LIC809C Continued from LIC809 Exit interview conducted. Copy of report discussed and provided to Administrator. Signature on forms confirms receipt of documents. LPA is requesting the following documents to be submitted to Community Care Licensing by 03/26/2025: LIC 500 Personnel Report LIC 308 Designation of facility responsibility Updated Liability Insurance Emergency Disaster Plan (Review and update if need it)the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 26, 2025

The state marks this report as 3 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 2. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

20241 state visit · 1 document

Mar 26, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Helena Rummonds arrived unannounced at approximately 9:15AM to conduct an Annual Required inspection and was greeted by staff. LPA and staff discussed the purpose of the visit. Administrator, Mayeen Galang arrived shortly after. LPA and Administrator initiated a tour of the facility around 09:35 AM and made the following observations: Facility was a comfortable temperature and passageways were free from obstructions. Resident rooms were furnished per regulation. Water temperature in sinks accessible to clients measured at 108 degrees F which is within the range of 105 to 120 degrees F allowed per regulation. Extra hygiene products and linens were available. Cabinets containing cleaning supplies were locked. Facility has at least two days of perishable and one week of non-perishable foods which were of quality and stored per regulation. Medications were centrally stored and locked. Emergency food and water is stored in the garage. Personal Protective Equipment is stored in the garage. Fire extinguishers were last serviced February 13, 2024. Facility smoke and carbon monoxide detectors located throughout the facility were tested and operational during inspection. Most recent fire/disaster drill was conducted 02/14/2024. Client cash resources were reviewed. Five staff files and five resident files were reviewed. Staff have required First Aid and CPR certificates. Medications and medication records were reviewed. Administrator Certificate for Administrator, Mayeen Galang (6029937740) is up to date and expires 02/24/2025. No deficiencies cited during inspection. Continued on LIC809C Continued from LIC809 Exit interview conducted. Copy of report discussed and provided to Administrator. Signature on forms confirms receipt of documents. LPA is requesting the following documents to be submitted to Community Care Licensing by 04/26/2024: LIC 500 Personnel Report LIC 9020 Client Roster LIC 308 Designation of facility responsibility Surety Bondthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 26, 2024
Earlier years2022 to 2023 · 2 documents

20231 state visit · 1 document

Jan 30, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Cuadra arrived unannounced to conduct an Annual Required inspection and met with Administrator Mayeen Galang. The inspection is focused on the Infection Control procedures and practices of this facility. Upon arrival, LPA confirmed that facility is no longer requiring vaccination verification per recent guidance. LPA initiated a walk-through of the facility and observed the following: Facility has COVID-19 posters throughout that include hand washing signs in bathrooms. Facility was a comfortable temperature and exits were free from obstructions. Hand sanitizer is located throughout common areas of the facility. Staff had masks on during this visit. Commonly touched surfaces are disinfected at least once per day. Facility does perform daily screening of staff and residents and documents it. Facility is allowing for visitation in resident rooms per CCL guidance. Staff continue to receive training on infection control and donning and doffing of Personal Protective Equipment PPE and have been N95 fit tested. Facility has submitted and CCL has reviewed their Covid Mitigation Plan. Facility has more than a 30 day supply of PPE including but not limited to masks, gowns, and hand sanitizer. Facility maintains a 30 day supply of medication. Fire extinguisher was last serviced March 2022. Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide detector were operational. Last disaster drill was conducted on December, 2022. Five out of six clients do attend to day program and facility provides activities for clients as well. Administrator will provide copies of the following documents by 2/6/23: LIC 308 Designated Administrator, LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan, LIC 500 Personnel Summary, LIC400 affidavit regarding client cash resources and surety bond. No deficiencies cited during today's inspection. Exit interview conducted with Administrator and a copy of this report was given.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 30, 2023

20221 state visit · 1 document

Feb 14, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Fernandes-Goes conducted an unannounced Annual Required – 1 yr. Infection Control inspection to this facility and met with staff Renaud Michaud. Some clients were present at the facility. Some clients at this facility are in day program and/or zoom activities. There are activities planned for clients during the day if they want to participate. LPA arrived at the facility and had her temperature checked and logged into visitor’s binder. During facility tour on 2/14/2022 with staff Renaud facility was found at a comfortable temperature with all exits free from obstruction. Sample of client’s bedrooms, common areas, kitchen & food storage areas were inspected. Fire Extinguisher was found to be last charged on 02/2021 at the time of the visit. Carbon monoxide detector wasn’t operational during visit. (see LIC 809-D) Sample test of Smoke detectors was conducted and were operational during this visit. There was a sufficient supply of both perishable and nonperishable foods as required by Title 22 Regulations. Food stored in the kitchen refrigerator were properly stored as per regulations on this day at the time of the visit. Toxins are stored in a locked cabinet inside hallway closet. Dangerous items were stored inaccessible to clients. There was a supply of cleaners, hygiene products and paper products available for clients. Client’s bedrooms that were inspected had lighting & appropriate furnishings; mattress pads are available for clients at the facility. Facility hot water temperature in clients' bathroom faucets measured between 107.2 degrees F and 109.2 degrees F in 2 out of 2 faucets within Title 22 acceptable regulations of 105 to 120 degrees F. Disaster Drills have been conducted with the last one being conducted on 1/5/2022. Continue LIC 809-C Infection Control: Facility has submitted a mitigation program plan that has been approved. Posters have been placed at facility, small table with hand sanitizer and other items designated for visitors are at entrance. Staff before coming into work has temperature checked. Facility has PPE supply stored in hallway closet, office room, and garage. There has been no new staff hired or new clients since COVID-19. Clients’ medications are stored and locked in medication cabinet inside office room. Facility has a 30-day supply of medication for clients. Clients are sometimes wearing masks inside the facility, however; staff stated that they are able to wear masks when going on outings. Staff had masks on during this visit. Clients have available zoom and telephone calls when contacting with family members and others. Staff have had all PPE training required on file and staff had N-95 fit testing conducted. Appeal of Rights Given. The following deficiencies were observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6 of California Regulation. Failure to correct the deficiency and/or repeat deficiencies within a 12 month period may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted and appeal of rights provided. Department is requesting Licensee to update the following documents and submit to CCL by 2/21/2022: LIC 308 Designated LIC 500 Personnel Summary LIC 400 Affidavit Regarding Resident Cash Resources LIC 402 Surety Bond (if applicable) LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan LIC 9020 Register of Facility Client’s/Resident’s Copy of Current Administrator's Certificatethe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 14, 2022

The state marks this report as 4 pages; the online copy we transcribed has 3. You can request the full file from the county licensing office.

License holder

The Cedars of Marin, licensed since 2000.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2000, as the state’s facility page counts them
State visits on file
7
Total complaints
0
Substantiated allegations
0
Type A citations
0
Type B citations
0

These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2000, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.

Compare with homes the same size
This homeTypical
Type A citations00
Type B citations00
Substantiated allegations00
Total complaints00

“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 6,916 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.

What the state’s words mean
Routine visita visit the state records as “Required” — a scheduled visit, not one made in answer to a complaintSubstantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗

An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents stand in their place.

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Frequently asked questions

A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

Quick answers about Cedars Dante House

Is Cedars Dante House licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

How many residents is Cedars Dante House licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Has Cedars Dante House been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2000, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 7 state visits over the same years.

Is Cedars Dante House still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 12, 2026.

What does Cedars Dante House cost?

$5,350 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,400–$6,600. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 13 small homes and similar homes within 10 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.

Among 9 other homes of a similar licensed size across Marin County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $5,325 to $7,125 a month, and the middle figure is $6,500 (n = 9 other homes publishing a starting rate).

Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.

A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.

The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.

A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.

Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.

Does Cedars Dante House take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.

Who holds the license?

The license is held by The Cedars of Marin, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Novato Community Hospital is 1.7 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Cedars Dante House keep a resident on hospice?

Not on file — the state’s record does not list hospice care on this license. Ask: “Can a resident stay here on hospice, and under what conditions?”

Cedars Dante House license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “CEDARS DANTE HOUSE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #216800849. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • Licensed to The Cedars of Marin, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2000, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 7 state inspection visits since 2000, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2000, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 7 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2000, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is July 2, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Type A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

See the state’s own record

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    Listed by the home on its own website · October 27, 2026

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    • Dementia: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
    • Bedridden: on the state record
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    Novato · 1.6 mi

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    Starting rate

    $7,695 a month to start

    Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Dementia: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
    • Bedridden: on the state record
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    Novato · 0.6 mi

    Creekwood

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    Starting rate

    $8,000 a month to start

    Listed by the home on its own website · October 5, 2026

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Dementia: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
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    Novato · 1.6 mi

    The Anton Pointe

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    Starting rate

    $3,500 a month to start

    Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Dementia: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
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    Novato · 1.9 mi

    Sundance Villa

    Small home · licensed for 4

    Estimated starting rate

    $5,900 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $4,850–$7,300

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record
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    Novato · 0.3 mi

    Pleasant Valley Care Home

    Small home · licensed for 6

    Estimated starting rate

    $6,500 a month to start

    Covelight estimate · likely $5,350–$8,000

    On the state record

    • Wheelchair: on the state record
    • Dementia: on the state record
    • Hospice: on the state record

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