nursing home in Greenbrae, CA
The Tamalpais
501 Via Casitas, Greenbrae, CA 94904 · (415) 461-2300
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
The Tamalpais at a glance
The Tamalpais is a 52-bed non-profit nursing home in Greenbrae, California (Marin County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the California average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.5 hours of nursing care per day (1.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.5 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 11, 2025) found 8 health citations. The California average is 15.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 40% per year (state average 36.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 52
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Medicare-certified since
- June 23, 1969
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Marin County
- CMS Certification Number
- 056077
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.51 hrs | 4.52 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.58 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.67 hrs | 2.65 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.03 hrs | 4.09 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 36.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 14.3% | 38.1% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 8 | 16 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 51 | 105.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $23,986 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 52 | 99 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 20 | 88 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 37.9% | 88.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1.8% | 1.6% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0% | 4.3% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.6% | 12% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 43.8% | 10.2% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 29% | 9.8% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.1% | 4% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4.2% | 7.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.4% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 4% | 13.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 33.5% | 10.2% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86.1% | 93.2% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.8% | 94.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 15 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 11, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0836 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 11, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 11, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 11, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 11, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 11, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 11, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 11, 2025 |
| December 8, 2023 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 3, 2024 |
| December 8, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 3, 2024 |
| December 8, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 3, 2024 |
| December 8, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 8, 2024 |
| December 8, 2023 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 8, 2024 |
| December 8, 2023 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 8, 2024 |
| December 8, 2023 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 8, 2024 |
| December 8, 2023 Standard | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 8, 2024 |
| October 25, 2019 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 31, 2019 |
| October 25, 2019 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2019 |
| October 25, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2019 |
| October 25, 2019 Fire safety | Provide primary/alternate means for communication. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0032 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2019 |
| October 25, 2019 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2019 |
| October 25, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2019 |
| October 25, 2019 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 2, 2019 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEQUOIA LIVING INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/25/1984 |
| MCVEY, SARAH Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 09/24/2019 |
| ATWOOD, MARTHA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/09/2025 |
| FRIESEN, PAUL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/09/2025 |
| MCVEY, SARAH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/09/2025 |
| SHOEMAKE, CHARLES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/09/2025 |
| TUMBALE, TERENCE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/09/2025 |
| ZIAIE MATIN, MARYAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/09/2025 |
| ZIAIE MATIN, MARYAM Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| AGOSTINO, VALERIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/07/2020 |
| CORRIEA, RICHARD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/19/2021 |
| HERMAN, STEVEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| HOWIE, CARL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2011 |
| ITO, HOLLY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/25/2022 |
| JAMISON, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2014 |
| LIM, MARIANNE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/21/2020 |
| LYNN, PATRICIA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2020 |
| MAYEDA, NANCY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2016 |
| SANDERSON, CORY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/29/2024 |
| SPAULDING, DIANNE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2014 |
| SUEY, MARILYN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/22/2023 |
| ATWOOD, MARTHA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/1994 |
| MCVEY, SARAH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/24/2019 |
| SHOEMAKE, CHARLES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/14/2020 |
| TUMBALE, TERENCE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/18/2024 |
| FRIESEN, PAUL Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/03/2022 |
| TUMBALE, TERENCE Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/11/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Tamalpais's rating?
The Tamalpais has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for California nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did The Tamalpais receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does The Tamalpais accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns The Tamalpais?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Tamalpais and how do I contact it?
The Tamalpais is at 501 Via Casitas, Greenbrae, CA 94904. Phone: (415) 461-2300.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.