Merced Three Residential Care Facility in San Francisco, CA

Overview of Merced Three Residential Care Facility

Licensed since 2005, Merced Three Residential Care Facility is a 33-bed assisted living and memory care community at 1420 Hampshire Street in San Francisco, California. Operated by Hafco Elder Care, Inc., under administrator Lee Joyce, the facility serves residents in San Francisco County with 24-hour individualized care, offering medication management, respite care, and wellness coordination with physicians and families.

Well above California’s average is the inspection record. Since 2021, Merced Three Residential Care Facility has totaled 6 citations, 40 percent below California’s average of 10, with 1 complaint against a state average of 14. No metrics fall below the state average. No serious citations exist. The community’s walk score of 99 ranks second among all 2,093 California senior living facilities tracked by ALM, placing Merced Three Residential Care Facility at the center of one of San Francisco’s most walkable neighborhoods.

Meals are prepared to meet individual dietary needs. Activity programming features Tai Chi, indoor walking, stationary bicycle, music, karaoke, and organized community outings, including Dim Sum at Koi Palace.

For older adults who need assisted living or memory care in a smaller, long-established community in San Francisco’s Mission District, the facility suits well. It’s where exceptional walkability and culturally engaged programming serve residents in the heart of the city.

(415) 285-7660 mercedcare@gmail.com

33-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

20 years in operation

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

Walk Score: 99 / 100

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

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

100%

Higher than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

33 / 33

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusLicensed

IssuanceJuly 14, 2005

CountySan Francisco

License Number385600114

State License Types385600114, 385600181, 385600349, 385600377

Merced Three Residential Care Facility is administrated by Lee Joyce.

Owner NameHafco Elder Care, Inc.

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

ActivitiesActivities include games, movies, music, karaoke, and outings such as Dim Sum at Koi Palace.

Specific Programs24-hour individualized care and supervision, medication management and assistance, wellness updates coordinated with Physician and Family, transportation to medical appointments, daily housekeeping, laundry and linen services, exercise programs including indoor walking, stationary bicycle and Tai Chi, games, movies, music, karaoke, slot machine.

Food DescriptionNutritious meals and snacks are prepared to meet the dietary needs of each resident.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 6 citations 1 complaint 4 total visits 1 complaint visit 3 official inspections

Inspection Score

4 points above the California average for assisted living residences (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 2021 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Latest Inspection July 3, 2025 Annual Inspection

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.	6	10	This facility has 40% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 40% better
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2021.	1.2	2	This facility has 40% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.2 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 40% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1.5	3.3	This facility has 55% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (1.5 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 55% 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.	4	16	This facility has 75% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 75% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	1	13	This facility has 92% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 92% better Rank #210 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 210th 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. Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	0	7	This facility has 100% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 100% better
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	3	4	This facility has 25% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	1	14	This facility has 93% fewer total complaints than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 93% better
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2021.	0.2	2.8	This facility has 93% fewer complaints per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 2.8).↓ 93% better

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1.8 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from San Francisco's city center to Merced Three Residential Care Facility's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Coterie Cathedral Hill	AL IL MC	San Francisco (Cathedral Hill)	260 Facility 260 CA AVG 103 Rank #80 / 1657	No	99 Facility 99 CA AVG 57 Rank #2 / 2092	79 Facility 79 CA AVG 81 Rank #881 / 1401	3	19 Facility 19 CA AVG 13 Rank #1111 / 1397	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 3 Rank #600 / 1164	18 Facility 18 CA AVG 13 Rank #428 / 1487	78.8% Facility 78.8% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #624 / 1368	A+	Van Ness Opco Tenant LLC; Atria Management Company	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Ivy at Golden Gate	AL MC	San Francisco (Outer Sunset)	168 Facility 168 CA AVG 103 Rank #267 / 1657	Yes	88 Facility 88 CA AVG 57 Rank #218 / 2092	89 Facility 89 CA AVG 81 Rank #461 / 1401	2	6 Facility 6 CA AVG 13 Rank #654 / 1397	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 3 Rank #413 / 1164	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 13 Rank #1300 / 1487	-	-	Well Oak Tenant LLC;Oakmont Management Group LLC	-
Portola Gardens	AL	San Francisco (University Mound)	132 Facility 132 CA AVG 103 Rank #475 / 1657	No	61 Facility 61 CA AVG 57 Rank #1013 / 2092	62 Facility 62 CA AVG 81 Rank #1271 / 1401	4	23 Facility 23 CA AVG 13 Rank #1177 / 1397	4 Facility 4 CA AVG 3 Rank #828 / 1164	7 Facility 7 CA AVG 13 Rank #805 / 1487	74.2% Facility 74.2% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #746 / 1368	-	Portola Gardens LLC; Portola Mgmt Bsd, LLC	Private / Shared Rooms
Merced Three Residential Care Facility	AL RC	San Francisco (Mission District)	33 Facility 33 CA AVG 103 Rank #1252 / 1657	No	99 Facility 99 CA AVG 57 Rank #2 / 2092	85 Facility 85 CA AVG 81 Rank #688 / 1401	3	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 13 Rank #210 / 1397	-	20 Facility 20 CA AVG 13 Rank #353 / 1487	100.0% Facility 100.0% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #1 / 1368	-	-	-

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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 Merced Three Residential Care Facility in?

Merced Three Residential Care Facility is in the Mission District neighborhood of SAN FRANCISCO.

Who is the owner of Merced Three Residential Care Facility?

The legal owner and operator of Merced Three Residential Care Facility is Hafco Elder Care, Inc..

Is Merced Three Residential Care Facility in a walkable area?

Merced Three Residential Care Facility has a walk score of 99. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Merced Three Residential Care Facility?

Merced Three Residential Care Facility's occupancy is 100%.

Who is the administrator of Merced Three Residential Care Facility?

Lee Joyce is the administrator of Merced Three Residential Care Facility.

How many beds does Merced Three Residential Care Facility have?

Merced Three Residential Care Facility has 33 beds.

Has Merced Three Residential Care Facility had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Merced Three Residential Care Facility has had 6 recently reported deficiencies.

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