Redwood Assisted Living
What is an RCFE with Memory Care?
A Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) is a non-medical residential care home licensed by California CDSS under Health & Safety Code §1560. Residents receive help with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. An RCFE with a Memory Care designation is additionally required by California Title 22 (§87705 and §87706) to provide specialized staff training in dementia care, individualized care plans for residents with cognitive impairment, and appropriate supervision protocols — requirements that go beyond a standard RCFE license.
18785 Carlton Avenue · Castro Valley, 94546
Record last updated April 20, 2026.
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Quick facts
Memory care context
Redwood Assisted Living is a California-licensed RCFE with 6 beds, operator-advertised as providing memory care. California Title 22 requires all RCFEs serving dementia residents to meet standards under §87705 and §87706, covering individualized care plans, staff training in dementia care, and appropriate supervision. CDSS records show four inspections on file with one total deficiency — a Type B citation (potential for harm), with no Type A citations (actual harm) and no dementia-specific citations under §87705 or §87706. The most recent inspection was March 14, 2025. No complaints are on file with CDSS during the inspection period. The memory care designation is operator-advertised rather than formally designated in CDSS licensing data.
Questions to ask on your tour
Based on Redwood Assisted Living's state inspection record.
The inspection history shows one Type B deficiency — what was the specific regulation cited, and what corrective actions were implemented?
With 6 licensed beds and memory care advertised, how do you ensure compliance with California Title 22 §87705 requirements for dementia-specific staff training when you are not formally designated as a dementia care facility by CDSS?
The most recent inspection was March 14, 2025 — can you share the inspection report and explain any items noted during that visit?
Since memory care is operator-advertised rather than formally designated in CDSS licensing data, what specific dementia care protocols and supervision practices are in place for residents with cognitive impairment?
How does Redwood Assisted Living Llc ensure continuity of care and oversight across this 6-bed facility during overnight hours and caregiver absences?
State records
California CDSS · Community Care Licensing Division- License number
- 019201295
- License type
- RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
- License status
- LICENSED
- License expires
- Not yet indexed
- Licensed beds
- 6
- Operator
- Redwood Assisted Living Llc
Inspections & citations
4
reports on file
1
total deficiencies
InspectionMarch 14, 2025No deficiencies
Inspector notes
On 04/03/2026 at 09:55 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ardalan Gharachorloo arrived unannounced to conduct 1-Year Annual Required inspection. LPA met with care staff, Acaterina Tet and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA toured facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area and backyard. All outdoor and indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. There are no bodies of water observed. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 73 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. The hot water temperature in the residents’ shared bathroom was measured at 110.4 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars and non-skid mats. There is a minimum of one week supply of non-perishable and 2 day of perishable foods. Centrally stored medication and sharps were locked and inaccessible to residents. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 03/16/20226. Emergency Disaster Plan was last posted on 03/30/2026. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 03/30/2026. LPA reviewed 3 residents records and 3 staff records. LPA also reviewed a sample of resident’s medications.The following documents were reviewed during the visit:LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility, LIC 500 Personnel Report, LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan,and Liability Insurance. No deficiencies cited during visit. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.
Other visitMarch 28, 2024No deficiencies
Inspector: Kelly Nguyen
Inspector notes
On today date Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) K. Nguyen conducted a Comp III and met with Samuel Tet, Administrator(AD). After the presentation AD stated that AD understand the materials that are presented in Comp III. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided via email.
Other visitMarch 28, 2024Type B1 deficiency
Inspector: Ardalan Gharachorloo
Inspector notes
On 03/14/2025 at 9:18 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ardalan Gharachorloo arrived unannounced to conduct 1-Year Annual Required inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Samuel Tet and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common area and backyard. All outdoor and indoor passageways are kept free of obstruction. There are no bodies of water observed. A comfortable temperature is maintained at 71 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed lighting in all rooms are adequate for the comfort and safety of the residents. The hot water temperature in the residents’ shared bathroom was measured at 109 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents’ bathrooms are equipped with grab bars and non-skid mats. There is a minimum of one week supply of non-perishable and 2 day of perishable foods. Centrally stored medication and sharps were locked and inaccessible to residents. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were in operating condition during visit. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 03/29/2024. Emergency Disaster Plan was last posted on 02/23/2024. First aid kit was observed to be complete. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 03/05/2025. At 10:10 AM, LPA reviewed 2 residents records. At 10:26 AM, LPA reviewed 2 staff records. LPA also reviewed a sample of 2 resident’s medications. The following documents were reviewed during the visit: LIC LIC 500 Personnel Report, LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan, Liability Insurance, and Current Administrator’s Certificate. ***CONTINUE ON 809 C*** 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 ***CONTINUE FROM 809C*** THE FOLLOWING DEFICIENCY WAS OBSERVED: At 10:35 AM, During the inspection, LPA observed that the First Aid Training and CPR Training were not completed and were not available for 2 staff. The above deficiency was observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations. Failure to correct deficiency by POC date may result in additional Civil Penalties. Exit interview conducted with Administrator. LIC809D, Appeal Rights and a copy of this report provided.
(c)The facility shall employ, and the administrator shall schedule, a sufficient number of staff members to do all of the following: (3) Ensure that at least one staff member who has cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training and first aid training is on duty and on the premises at all times. This paragraph shall not be construed to require staf…
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 2 persons which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 04/04/2025 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Licensee will submit a proof of training completion and certificate by the POC date.
Other visitFebruary 22, 2024No deficiencies
Inspector: Kelly Nguyen
Inspector notes
On 3/28/2024 at 11:30AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) K. Nguyen arrived unannounced to conduct Pre-licensing Inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with Samuel Tet Administrator, and explained the purpose of the visit. The facility currently has no clients. LPA toured facility including but not limited to 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, kitchen, common areas and backyard. Bedrooms and living rooms were equipped with the proper furniture. Bathrooms were equipped with grab bars and non-skid mats. Linens and hygiene supplies were observed inside a cabinet. There is sufficient lighting throughout facility. Room temperature was maintained at 68 degrees F and hot water temperature was maintained at 117.3 degrees F. First-aid kit was observed to be complete. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were operational. Fire extinguisher was last purchase on 3/28/2024. No issues noted during inspection. LPAs observed that facility is ready to be licensed. This report will be submitted to the Central Applications Unit (CAU) and a final review of the application will be conducted. This facility is not yet licensed, and is subject to final approval by CAU. Additional requirements may still be required. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided via email.
Federal summary
CMS Care CompareNot a CMS-certified facility
California RCFEs (residential care facilities for the elderly) are licensed by the state, not by CMS. CMS data only applies to skilled nursing facilities or to CCRCs that operate a licensed SNF wing.
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