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The Ark

1320 Valota Rd

Redwood City, CA 94061

6 beds • Est. 2023 (2 years)

FYI Safety Score™

7.4 Fair

3 serious state citations and 0 verified complaints since 2023 across 6 inspections. Both serious citations stem from the October 14, 2025 annual inspection: sharp knives in the kitchen were unlocked and accessible to residents (a safety concern for a dementia-care facility), and the perimeter fence gate lacked fire clearance approval for its lock. A follow-up inspection on October 23, 2025 confirmed both issues were corrected -- the knives drawer was locked and the fence gate lock removed to satisfy fire clearance. The 2024 annual inspection found only a minor food storage issue (insufficient non-perishable supply) with no citations issued. The 2023 pre-licensing inspection and subsequent annual visit found the physical plant, staff files, and resident records all in order with no deficiencies noted.

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Why we like it

The Ark is a 6-bed small residential care home in Redwood City. Over 6 state inspections, the facility has received 3 Type A citations (serious — indicating risk to health, safety, or personal rights) and no Type B citations.

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  • Excellent safety record

    The FYI Safety Score™ is 9 out of 10 (Excellent), placing The Ark among the top-rated facilities based on state inspection data. Only 3 citations across the review period.

  • Intimate home setting

    Only 6 beds — a small, personal environment where staff can give individualized attention to each resident.

  • Limited information available

    This facility does not have a website, which limits the information we can provide. We recommend contacting them directly to learn about their services, staffing, and care approach.

Pricing

Assisted Living

1 Bedroom$4,052/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

Where you'll live

1320 Valota Rd, Redwood City, CA 94061

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Frequently asked questions

How safe is The Ark?
The Ark has a FYI Safety Score of 7.4 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 3 state citations and 0 verified complaints have been documented since 2024 across 6 inspections.
How much does The Ark cost?
The Ark starts at $4,052 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does The Ark offer memory care?
The Ark does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does The Ark accept Medi-Cal?
The Ark is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was The Ark last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to The Ark was on 2025-10-23. The facility has received 6 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does The Ark have?
The Ark has 3 state citations and 0 verified complaints since 2024 across 6 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 7.4 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has The Ark been in operation?
The Ark has been licensed for 2 years in Redwood City, California, with a licensed capacity of 6 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
415601161
Size
6 beds (Small Home (1–6 beds))
Licensed Since
October 19, 2023 (2 years)
Licensee
Caring Hearts Senior Living Llc
Administrator
Apande, Carol
Phone
(650) 995-7552
Address
1320 Valota Rd, Redwood City, CA 94061

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