Nursing home / skilled nursing
The Redwoods, A Community Of Seniors
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Mill Valley, California
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 40 CAMINO ALTO |
| City | Mill Valley |
| State | California |
| ZIP code | 94941 |
| County | Marin |
| Phone | 415-383-2741 |
| Website | https://www.theredwoods.org/ |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 555826 |
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 58 |
| Certification | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | April 4, 2005 |
| Located in a hospital | N |
| Continuing care retirement community | N |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services |
The Redwoods, A Community Of Seniors is in 40 CAMINO ALTO, Mill Valley, CA 94941. Phone: 415-383-2741. Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. CMS rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 3, staffing 5, quality measures 4). CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 92.000; 1 federal fines totaling $54421.00; total nursing staff turnover 41.0%.
More about this provider
| The site presents The Redwoods as a non-profit senior living community in Mill Valley, California on a 10-acre campus with views of San Francisco Bay and Mt. Tamalpais, fostering engagement and purpose, with Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and a Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Therapy Center (The Meadows). | |
| Services and programs | Four living styles: Independent Living apartments in the Headlands (1 BR, full kitchens, private patios/balconies); Assisted Living apartments in Creekside (studios and 1 BR); Memory Care in the Bettye Ferguson Center for Memory Care (studio apartments and companion suites); licensed skilled nursing accommodations and services in the Meadows Health Care Center (Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Therapy Center, shared accommodations, private rooms may be available); 10-acre campus with resident-led programs and activities |
| Who it serves | Seniors (more than 300 seniors in rental housing, services and care); residents with memory problems / cognitive decline in the Bettye Ferguson Center for Memory Care |
| Payment types it states | HUD-subsidized apartments are offered (the one-time program initiation fee does not apply to HUD-subsidized apartments or Skilled Nursing residents); a Guaranty Program allows family or friends to co-sign on the lease to help an applicant qualify financially |
| Accreditation | Holds License #010000390 from the State of California, Department of Public Health to operate and maintain the Skilled Nursing Facility; holds License #210202866 to operate and maintain the licensed Residential Care Facility of the Elderly; a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization |
| Visiting and contact details | (415) 383-2741; 40 Camino Alto, Mill Valley, CA 94941 |
| Website | https://www.theredwoods.org/ |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 3 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 5 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 4 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 3 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 5 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 0.70 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 5.16 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 84 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 92.000 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 116 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 84 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 116 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2026-05-22 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 11 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 16 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 11 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 5 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.22082 |
| Registered Nurse turnover | 44.4 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 0.86568 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 41.0 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 0.95799 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.65925 |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 0 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 3.50568 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.47739 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 4.55846 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 1 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 1 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 2 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 54421.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Legal Business Name | THE REDWOODS, A COMMUNITY OF SENIORS |
| Provider Changed Ownership in Last 12 Months | N |
Occupancy and payer mix
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Abuse Icon | N |
| High Performing Icon | N |
| With a Resident and Family Council | Resident |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 41.4 |
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required Areas | Yes |
| Most Recent Health Inspection More Than 2 Years Ago | N |
Who pays for nursing home / skilled nursing?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
Nursing home / skilled nursing guide · Paying for care
Other nursing home / skilled nursing in Marin County
- South Marin Health & Wellness Center — Greenbrae
- The Tamalpais — Greenbrae
- Novato Healthcare Center — Novato
Common questions about The Redwoods, A Community Of Seniors
Where is The Redwoods, A Community Of Seniors located?
The Redwoods, A Community Of Seniors is at 40 CAMINO ALTO, Mill Valley, California 94941.
What care and services does The Redwoods, A Community Of Seniors offer?
The Redwoods, A Community Of Seniors offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services.
Is The Redwoods, A Community Of Seniors Medicare-certified?
Yes. The Redwoods, A Community Of Seniors is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
What is The Redwoods, A Community Of Seniors's quality rating?
CMS gives The Redwoods, A Community Of Seniors an overall star rating of 4 out of 5.
How do I contact The Redwoods, A Community Of Seniors?
Call The Redwoods, A Community Of Seniors at 415-383-2741.
How much does a nursing home cost?
The national median cost of a nursing home is $9,581 a month for a semi-private room and $10,798 a month for a private room (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in California can be higher or lower. See our guide to nursing home costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for a nursing home?
Medicare Part A pays for skilled nursing care in a certified nursing home for up to 100 days in each benefit period. You need a hospital stay of at least 3 days first. You pay $0 a day for days 1 to 20, then $217 a day for days 21 to 100 (2026). After day 100, Medicare pays $0. Medicare does not pay for long-term care that only helps with daily tasks. Medicare Advantage plans cover skilled nursing too, with their own costs and rules. A Medigap plan can pay the daily cost share toward the Original Medicare benefit.
What is the difference between a nursing home and assisted living?
A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. It does not give round-the-clock nursing care. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living.
Who else pays for a nursing home besides Medicare?
Medicaid pays for nursing home care for people who meet its income and asset rules. It is the main payer for long stays. The VA pays for some veterans in VA or contract nursing homes. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost. Most other costs are paid out of pocket.