Truewood by Merrill, Oceanside
Truewood by Merrill, Oceanside
Live in comfort and luxury with the prestigious senior living community of Everest at Oceanside located in the beautiful setting of Lake Boulevard, Oceanside, CA, which provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With cozy and purposely designed residences in variations of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, seniors experience unparalleled comfort and convenience. The community doubles its efforts to meet seniors’ special needs and aspirations with a respectful and well-trained team.
Have a relaxing time and create lasting moments with friends through engaging activities and enjoyable events. Interact with friends over healthy and delicious meals for a delightful dining experience. Everest at Oceanside is filled with state-of-the-art amenities and excellent services, making it ideal for seniors hoping to make every moment of their golden years count.
Inspection Report Summary for Truewood by Merrill, Oceanside
Everest at Oceanside, a 740‑type long‑stay facility in Oceanside, California, underwent a pre‑licensing evaluation on October 25, 2024. Licensing Program Analyst Rebecca Ruiz observed the main building, two memory‑care wings, and the hospice‑waiver unit. The site was clean, safe, and in good repair, with no obstructions or temperature violations. Fire safety had been verified on October 17, and the facility met all California Code of Regulations requirements for resident capacity, delayed egress in memory‑care spaces, and storage of hazardous chemicals and medications. Food supplies, posting of required notices, and the facility’s infection‑control and emergency plans were all found adequate. No deficiencies were identified, and the evaluator recommended that the facility be licensed pending final review.
A separate unannounced complaint investigation was conducted on June 10, 2025, following a staff allegation that rodent activity had not been mitigated. Analyst Rebecca Borunda interviewed staff, inspected kitchen, laundry, and boiler areas, and reviewed pest‑control service records. The facility had engaged a pest‑control company twice monthly and had sealed holes in the kitchen ceiling and adjacent rooms as advised. While rodent droppings and dead animals were noted in earlier inspections, the most recent service on June 2, 2025, found no evidence of active infestation. Staff reported that rodent activity had diminished and that the pest‑control schedule was being followed closely. Based on the available evidence, the allegation was deemed unsubstantiated.
The combined findings illustrate that Everest at Oceanside maintains a high level of compliance with safety, health, and operational standards. The facility’s prompt response to the pest‑control issue and the absence of other deficiencies suggest effective management and readiness for full licensing. No patterns of non‑compliance emerged from the two inspections, indicating that the facility’s systems for monitoring and addressing resident care and environmental hazards are functioning satisfactorily.
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Facility Overview
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Current Occupancy
Shows the current occupancy rate and estimated residents versus total licensed beds.
68% (119/175)
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Facility Type
Indicates the state license category — e.g., RCFE (Residential Care Facility for the Elderly).
RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
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License Status
Shows whether the facility is currently licensed, closed, or pending renewal.
LICENSED
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Licensed Since
Date when the facility’s license was first issued by the state.
November 4, 2024
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Licensee / Operator
Entity or organization legally responsible for managing this facility.
EVEREST OCEANSIDE BLESSING STAR, LLC;EVEREST SR. L
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County
The county where the facility is located.
SAN DIEGO
Inspection & Compliance
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All Visits
Sum of inspections, complaint visits, and other administrative visits.
3 visits
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Other Visits
Administrative or follow-up visits not related to complaints or inspections.
2 visits
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Complaint Visits
Inspections triggered by official complaints filed with the state.
1 complaint
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Building Type: 3-story
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3500 Lake Blvd, Oceanside, CA 92056
Phone:760-414-9411
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For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for California Seniors
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: County-managed; waitlists possible.
- Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
- General: Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Can hire family as caregivers.
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
- General: Age 62+, 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 Specifics: Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
- 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 Specifics: High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
- General: Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics: High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for California Seniors
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
Requirements:
General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:County-managed; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits:~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Can hire family as caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, 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 Specifics:Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits:~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
California CARES Program
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics:High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
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