Mercy Retirement and Care Center

Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Oakland, CA

CMS overall rating

3431 Foothill Blvd, Oakland, CA 94601 View map

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Mercy Retirement and Care Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

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Overview of Mercy Retirement and Care Center

Mercy Retirement and Care Center, with a rich history dating back to 1872, is a trusted community offering a spectrum of services, including assisted living apartments, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Renowned for its commitment to compassion and excellence, this award-winning center guarantees maintenance-free living and long-term health care. They prioritize building personal relationships with residents, creating a secure environment that enhances the overall well-being of seniors and their families.
Beyond the assurance of top-notch care, Mercy Retirement and Care Center provides homelike amenities, restaurant-quality dining, and engaging activities. The community’s vibrant spaces, adorned with panoramic views of the Oakland hills and San Francisco Bay, offer an elevated living experience. Residents can choose from private deluxe and dual studio apartments, emphasizing the center’s dedication to creating a residential assisted living atmosphere that truly prioritizes the comfort and satisfaction of senior living.

(510) 871-8192

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Staffing hours breakdown

Hours per resident per day — compared to California state averages

Total nursing care / resident

5h 0m per day

This facility California avg (4h 13m per day)

vs California avg

+19%

1 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Physical Therapist is +48% above state avg

Staff type	Hours / Day / Resident	vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.	51m per day	▲ 30% State avg: 39m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.	58m per day	▼ 21% State avg: 1h 13m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.	2h 48m per day	▲ 6% State avg: 2h 38m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.	4h 12m per day	▲ 3% State avg: 4h 5m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.	7m per day	▲ 48% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.	35m per day	▲ 16% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 28m per day

Capacity and availability

151 days

160-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

27 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 92 / 100

Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

32%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

51 / 160

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeRcfe-continuing Care Retirement Community

StatusLicensed

IssuanceMarch 11, 1999

CountyAlameda

CMS Certification Number555189

Mercy Retirement and Care Center is legally operated by Mercy Ret & Care Ctr And Elder Care Alliance, and administered by Kathleen Mccarron.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 4 citations 26 total visits 13 complaint visits 5 official inspections 10 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

4 points above the California average for nursing homes (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard 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 2020 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Latest Inspection March 11, 2026

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	4	10	This facility has 60% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better
Serious citations (Type A) Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	1	3	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) Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	3	4	This facility has 25% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California nursing home (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2020.	0.7	1.7	This facility has 59% fewer citations per year than a typical California nursing home (0.7 vs. CA avg 1.7).↓ 59% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.2	3.3	This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California nursing home (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	26	16	This facility has 63% more total visits than a typical California nursing home (26 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 63% worse
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	13	13	This facility has complaint visits in line with the California average (13 vs. CA avg 13).— At avg Rank #953 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 953rd 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 Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	8	7	This facility has 14% more other visits than a typical California nursing home (8 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 14% worse
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	5	4	This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California nursing home (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	10	10	This facility has complaint investigations in line with the California average (10 vs. CA avg 10).— At avg

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Inspections since 2020

Total health inspections 8

California average 12.5

Last Health inspection on Sep 2025

Total health citations

California average 50.2

Citations per inspection

3.5

California average 4.65

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

21 of 28 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 7 of 28 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 6 years)

Critical health citations

100% better than California average

California average: 0.4

Serious health citations

200% worse than California average

California average: 1

0 critical citations California average: 0.4

3 serious citations California average: 1

24 moderate citations California average: 47.2

1 minor citation California average: 1.5

Citations history (last 6 years)

Care Planning moderate citation Sep 23, 2025

Corrected

Administration moderate citation Aug 26, 2025

Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Apr 24, 2025

Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Apr 24, 2025

Corrected

Total staff 220

Employees 71

Contractors 149

Staff to resident ratio 3.73 : 1

106% more staff per resident than California average

Avg staff/day 41

Average shift 7.3 hours

5% worse than California average

Total staff hours (quarter) 27,656

Nursing staff breakdown

8.2 hours

7.6 hours

118

7.4 hours

Contractor staffing

5,281 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 87 Licensed Practical Nurse: 41 Physical Therapy Assistant: 6 Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 2 Registered Nurse: 1 Other Physician: 1 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff: 1 Physical Therapy Aide: 1

Staff by category


Certified Nursing Assistant	31	87	118	12,689	92	100%	7.4
Licensed Practical Nurse	15	41	56	4,036	92	100%	7.6
Registered Nurse	10	1	11	3,332	92	100%	8.2
Administrator	4	0	4	1,896	66	72%	8
Dietitian	7	0	7	1,817	92	100%	7.6
Speech Language Pathologist	0	3	3	710	71	77%	5.7
Physical Therapy Assistant	0	6	6	572	76	83%	6
Respiratory Therapy Technician	0	2	2	559	88	96%	6.2
Nurse Practitioner	2	0	2	512	64	70%	8
Dental Services Staff	1	0	1	352	44	48%	8
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist	0	2	2	344	67	73%	5.1
RN Director of Nursing	1	0	1	320	40	43%	8
Qualified Social Worker	0	2	2	231	64	70%	3.6
Occupational Therapy Aide	0	2	2	145	18	20%	8.1
Physical Therapy Aide	0	1	1	106	27	29%	3.9
Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff	0	1	1	26	13	14%	2
Other Physician	0	1	1	8	1	1%	8

118 Certified Nursing Assistant

% of Days 100%

56 Licensed Practical Nurse

% of Days 100%

11 Registered Nurse

% of Days 100%

4 Administrator

% of Days 72%

7 Dietitian

% of Days 100%

3 Speech Language Pathologist

% of Days 77%

6 Physical Therapy Assistant

% of Days 83%

2 Respiratory Therapy Technician

% of Days 96%

2 Nurse Practitioner

% of Days 70%

1 Dental Services Staff

% of Days 48%

2 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

% of Days 73%

1 RN Director of Nursing

% of Days 43%

2 Qualified Social Worker

% of Days 70%

2 Occupational Therapy Aide

% of Days 20%

1 Physical Therapy Aide

% of Days 29%

1 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff

% of Days 14%

1 Other Physician

% of Days 1%

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Total fines amount $47K

13% lower than California average

California average: $55K

Number of fines 2

15% fewer fines than California average

California average: 2.4

Payment Denials 0

100% fewer payment denials than California average

California average: 0.5

Fines amount comparison

This facility $47K

California average $55K

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Sep 27, 2024 · $17K

Civil Money Penalty Sep 27, 2024

$17K

Last updated: Jan 2026

High-risk clinical events score 9.9

49% worse than California average

California average: 6.6

Functional decline score 18.9

67% worse than California average

California average: 11.3

Long-stay resident measures

Above average California avg: 4.2

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 16.7%

51% worse than California average

California average: 11.1%

Walking Ability Worsened 19.9%

66% worse than California average

California average: 12.0%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 20.1%

78% worse than California average

California average: 11.3%

Falls with Major Injury 2.5%

50% worse than California average

California average: 1.7%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 6.9%

40% worse than California average

California average: 5.0%

Urinary Tract Infection 2.6%

106% worse than California average

California average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight 3.6%

15% better than California average

California average: 4.2%

Depressive Symptoms 0.0%

100% better than California average

California average: 6.7%

Antipsychotic Use 7.2%

28% better than California average

California average: 10.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine 89.4%

9% worse than California average

California average: 98.5%

Influenza Vaccine 84.4%

14% worse than California average

California average: 98.2%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days 2.65

18% worse than California average

California average: 2.25

ED visits per 1,000 days 4.08

157% worse than California average

California average: 1.59

Short-stay resident measures

Average California avg: 3.5

Pneumococcal Vaccine 71.1%

24% worse than California average

California average: 94.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase 1.4%

5% better than California average

California average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine 73.1%

22% worse than California average

California average: 93.2%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay 16.2%

30% better than California average

California average: 23.2%

Emergency department visits 20.8%

86% worse than California average

California average: 11.2%

Falls with major injury 0.0%

100% better than California average

California average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge 45.5%

15% worse than California average

California average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community 57.6%

14% better than California average

California average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

44% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 months

Private pay

42% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Medicaid

15% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Total residents 59

Medicare

27.1% of residents

Medicaid

62.7% of residents

Private pay or other

10.2% of residents

Programs & Services

Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for Mercy Retirement and Care Center from 2012–2024, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 82.2% ↑ 11.2pp vs 2023

Net Patient Income -$11.2M ↓ ~$4.9M vs 2023

Payroll Costs $11.3M ↑ ~$1.6M vs 2023

Operating Margin -89.7% ↓ 50.9pp vs 2023

Metric	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Occupancy %	79.1%	79.0%	80.8%	85.1%	82.4%	81.9%	78.9%	80.6%	69.2%	58.1%	66.3%	71.0%	82.2%
Beds	184	184	184	184	184	184	184	184	184	184	166	166	160
Net Income	$426,786	$11,044,572	$2,240,464	$2,250,656	-$253,690	$3,433,729	$3,895,121	$30,546	$134,764	$4,093,454	-$2,426,215	-$978,321	$1,309,012
Gross Revenue	$12,514,998	$13,000,499	$13,652,958	$14,977,879	$15,038,123	$15,546,755	$16,119,737	$16,691,048	$16,474,127	$14,672,877	$15,012,612	$17,503,740	$16,706,822
Operating Expenses	$13,524,799	$13,320,192	$13,747,238	$14,508,559	$16,686,657	$15,207,147	$15,302,496	$16,709,645	$16,655,876	$17,564,966	$18,475,058	$22,537,298	$23,742,855
Net Patient Income	-$1,259,406	-$457,109	-$411,009	$117,485	-$2,115,434	-$331,699	$4,468	-$1,745,201	-$1,493,423	-$3,119,573	-$4,567,721	-$6,302,781	-$11,227,569
Net Patient Revenue	$12,265,393	$12,863,083	$13,336,229	$14,626,044	$14,571,223	$14,875,448	$15,306,964	$14,964,444	$15,162,453	$14,445,393	$13,907,337	$16,234,517	$12,515,286
Payroll Costs	$6,861,012	$6,709,400	$7,021,648	$7,492,337	$7,524,861	$7,658,988	$8,135,892	$8,764,687	$9,233,852	$9,283,441	$9,042,136	$9,698,563	$11,268,488
Operating Margin %	-10.3%	-3.6%	-3.1%	0.8%	-14.5%	-2.2%	0.0%	-11.7%	-9.9%	-21.6%	-32.8%	-38.8%	-89.7%
Medicare %	5.9%	5.7%	5.5%	7.2%	6.3%	6.2%	5.0%	5.6%	6.2%	7.9%	5.7%	8.4%	3.8%
Medicaid %	11.6%	10.5%	11.2%	12.1%	12.7%	15.3%	14.9%	15.6%	18.7%	16.5%	20.9%	22.8%	31.3%
Private %	82.5%	83.8%	83.2%	80.7%	81.0%	78.6%	80.1%	78.8%	75.1%	75.6%	73.4%	68.8%	64.9%
Net Patient Revenue/Day	$230	$242	$246	$256	$263	$270	$289	$276	$325	$370	$346	$377	$260
Cost/Day	$254	$251	$253	$254	$301	$276	$289	$309	$358	$450	$460	$524	$493
Avg Length of Stay	164.3 days	172.6 days	179.9 days	106.5 days	97.6 days	103.4 days	102.0 days	118.5 days	88.1 days	74.3 days	156.8 days	181.1 days	151.0 days

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.

Net patient revenue

$12.5M

Net patient income

-$11.2M

Governmental community Operated by a subsidized facility district.

Net patient revenue

$12.5M

Net patient income

-$11.2M

Other income

$16.4M

Payroll costs

$11.3M 90% of net patient revenue

Other operating costs

$12.5M

Total costs

$23.7M

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

New residents most often arrive under Medicare (44% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 1 months.

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 44%

Private pay 42%

Medicaid 15%

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 35%

Private pay 35%

Medicaid 30%

3.2 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Oakland's city center to Mercy Retirement and Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.32 miles to nearest hospital (Alameda Hospital)

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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

What neighborhood is Mercy Retirement and Care Center in?

Mercy Retirement and Care Center is in the Saint Elizabeth neighborhood of Oakland.

Who is the owner of Mercy Retirement and Care Center?

The legal owner and operator of Mercy Retirement and Care Center is Mercy Ret & Care Ctr And Elder Care Alliance.

Is Mercy Retirement and Care Center in a walkable area?

Mercy Retirement and Care Center has a walk score of 92. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Mercy Retirement and Care Center?

Mercy Retirement and Care Center's occupancy is 32%.

Who is the administrator of Mercy Retirement and Care Center?

Kathleen McCarron is the administrator of Mercy Retirement and Care Center.

How many beds does Mercy Retirement and Care Center have?

Mercy Retirement and Care Center has 160 beds.

Has Mercy Retirement and Care Center had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Mercy Retirement and Care Center has had 4 recently reported deficiencies.

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Mercy Retirement and Care Center

Overview of Mercy Retirement and Care Center

Quality ratings

Staffing hours breakdown

Capacity and availability

About this community

Occupancy

License Details

Ownership & Operating Entity

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Inspection History

Inspection Scorecard 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.

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

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

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2020

Breakdown of citation severity (last 6 years)

Citations history (last 6 years)

Staffing Data

Nursing staff breakdown

Registered Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Certified Nursing Assistant

Contractor staffing

Staff by category

118 Certified Nursing Assistant

56 Licensed Practical Nurse

11 Registered Nurse

4 Administrator

7 Dietitian

3 Speech Language Pathologist

6 Physical Therapy Assistant

2 Respiratory Therapy Technician

2 Nurse Practitioner

1 Dental Services Staff

2 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

1 RN Director of Nursing

2 Qualified Social Worker

2 Occupational Therapy Aide

1 Physical Therapy Aide

1 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff

1 Other Physician

Penalties and fines

Fines amount comparison

Fines amount comparison

Penalty History

Quality of care over time

Long-stay resident measures

Short-stay resident measures

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

Private pay

Medicaid

Facility Characteristics

Programs & Services

Residents Group

Active Resident Council

Financial Trends

Financial Performance

Payroll & Labor Costs

Payer Mix (percentage)

Finances and operations

Who this home usually serves

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Admissions

Discharges

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