Brookdale Redwood City
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Redwood City, CA

Brookdale Redwood City

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Redwood City, CA

Overview of Brookdale Redwood City

Settling in the tranquil Redwood City, California, Brookdale Redwood City is a welcoming senior living community offering independent living and assisted living. With 24/7 care and assistance from a well-trained and compassionate team, the community ensures the comfort and safety of its residents. Moreover, Brookdale Redwood City offers various floor plans, including spacious studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments designed to give residents a comfortable and welcoming living environment.

Brookdale Redwood City is a luxurious community that delivers person-focused care to ensure its residents are well-respected and receive the proper care they need. The community features resort-style amenities, including hearty meals served in elegant dining spaces and a personal solutions program for personal items delivery. Fostering meaningful connections among the community and its residents, Brookdale Redwood City conducts specialized programs and fulfilling recreational activities for their enjoyment and leisure. Amenities include a well-equipped fitness center, an indoor pool, a well-stocked library, a beauty/barbershop, and cozy guest rooms.

Bed community size
130-bed community Rank #486 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 486th out of 1657 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
37 years in operation Rank #55 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 55th out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 90 / 100 Rank #171 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 171st out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
48%
Rank #1394 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1394th out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
62 / 130
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusClosed
IssuanceJanuary 27, 2015
CountySan Mateo

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Redwood City is legally operated by Blc-woodside Terrace Lp, and administered by Monica Ceron Tapia.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Katherine Castro, Manager

Staff Composition

Total Employees
100
Full-Time Employees
100

Additional Services

2 services
Continuing Care Retirement Communities
At Home Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Fitness Center/ Therapy Room
Transportation
Library
Concierge Service
Outings
Café/Bistro
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Gardening/Greenhouse
Game Room
Private Dining Room
Arts & Crafts
Walking Paths
Pool
Theater
Housekeeping
Laundry

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California nursing home score (the benchmark); higher is better.

At the California average for nursing homes (81/100)

Rank #825 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 825th out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. Inspection score: 81 out of 100. Letter grade B-. At the California average for nursing homes (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 4 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total visits (69% above)
• Complaint visits (23% above)
• Other visits (14% above)
• Complaint investigations (50% above)
6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (70% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (67% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (50% below)
• Citations per year (70% below)
• Citations per inspection (97% below)
• Official inspections (25% below)
Latest Inspection March 13, 2025

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 310 This facility has 70% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 13 This facility has 67% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California nursing home (1 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 67% better Rank #413 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 413th out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 24 This facility has 50% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 0.62 This facility has 70% fewer citations per year than a typical California nursing home (0.6 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 70% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.13.3 This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California nursing home (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 2716 This facility has 69% more total visits than a typical California nursing home (27 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 69% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1613 This facility has 23% more complaint visits than a typical California nursing home (16 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 23% worse Rank #1049 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1049th out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 87 This facility has 14% more other visits than a typical California nursing home (8 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 14% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 34 This facility has 25% fewer official inspections than a typical California nursing home (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 1510 This facility has 50% more complaint investigations than a typical California nursing home (15 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 50% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on January 9, 2025, found no deficiencies and confirmed proper medication storage and complete resident records.
  • The January 8, 2025 inspection cited one deficiency for missing carbon monoxide detectors, posing an immediate health and safety risk.
  • A January 25, 2023 complaint investigation substantiated an illegal eviction due to inadequate documentation supporting the eviction basis.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Type of Rooms Available

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Redwood City

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Address 1.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Redwood City's city center to Brookdale Redwood City's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in California

Brookdale Redwood City is located in Redwood City, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Redwood City

What neighborhood is Brookdale Redwood City in?

Brookdale Redwood City is in the Redwood Oaks neighborhood of Redwood City.

Who is the owner of Brookdale Redwood City?

The legal owner and operator of Brookdale Redwood City is Blc-Woodside Terrace Lp.

Is Brookdale Redwood City in a walkable area?

Brookdale Redwood City has a walk score of 90. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Redwood City?

Brookdale Redwood City's occupancy is 48%.

Who is the administrator of Brookdale Redwood City?

Monica Ceron Tapia is the administrator of Brookdale Redwood City.

How many beds does Brookdale Redwood City have?

Brookdale Redwood City has 130 beds.

Has Brookdale Redwood City had any recent citations?

Brookdale Redwood City has had 3 recently reported citations.

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