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The Redwoods

40 Camino Alto

Mill Valley, CA 94941

150 beds • Est. 1980 (45 years)

FYI Safety Score™

7.6 Fair

4 citations in the last 2 years and 6 older across 17 inspections. 1 substantiated complaint on file. Last inspected in September 2025.

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Why we like it

The Redwoods is a 150-bed non-profit senior living community on a 10-acre campus in Mill Valley, with views of San Francisco Bay and Mount Tamalpais. Licensed for over 45 years, the community offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing with rehabilitation.

Rather than encouraging residents to sit back, The Redwoods invites them to actively contribute to community life — from the resident-run rock chorus to the organic garden to the Seniors for Peace group that has held weekly demonstrations for over 20 years.

  • Uniquely resident-driven culture

    Residents lead programs, serve on committees, run a rock chorus, manage an organic garden, and coordinate emergency preparedness — this is a community built on active participation, not passive retirement.

  • Exceptional natural setting

    The 10-acre campus in Mill Valley features bay and mountain views, level walking paths along the marsh, an organic garden with elevated beds, and proximity to trails on Mount Tamalpais.

  • Non-profit with 45+ years of operation

    Every dollar of revenue goes back into resident care and community improvements. The long track record provides stability and trust that newer communities cannot match.

  • Full continuum from independent through skilled nursing

    Independent living apartments, assisted living studios, a dedicated memory care center, and a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center — all on one campus with 24/7 nursing staff.

  • Citation history worth discussing

    Has received 6 Type A citations in the inspection record. While the overall safety score of 7.9 is reasonable, families should ask about specific incidents and corrective actions.

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Where you'll live

40 Camino Alto, Mill Valley, CA 94941

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Amenities & Services

Physical Therapy
Activities Program
Garden

Frequently asked questions

How safe is The Redwoods?
The Redwoods has a FYI Safety Score of 7.6 out of 9.9, our proprietary score based on California state inspection records. 10 state citations and 1 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 17 inspections.
Does The Redwoods accept Medi-Cal?
The Redwoods is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was The Redwoods last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to The Redwoods was on 2025-09-25. The facility has received 17 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does The Redwoods have?
The Redwoods has 10 state citations and 1 verified complaints since 2021 across 17 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 7.6 out of 9.9, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has The Redwoods been in operation?
The Redwoods has been licensed for 45 years in Mill Valley, California, with a licensed capacity of 150 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
210102866
Size
150 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
September 6, 1980 (45 years)
Licensee
Community Church Retirement Center
Administrator
Elena Davidenko
Phone
(415) 383-1600
Address
40 Camino Alto, Mill Valley, CA 94941

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record

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