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Merrill Gardens at Rockridge
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Oakland, CA
Outdoor terrace view of the senior living facility Merrill Gardens at Rockridge, assisted living in Oakland, CA — Modern senior living facility with outdoor landscaping and parking Bright common area with comfortable seating and large windows A private resident room with modern furnishings Outdoor terrace with seating area and sunset view Exterior view of Merrill Gardens at Rockridge facility

Merrill Gardens at Rockridge

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Oakland, CA
5238 Coronado Ave, Oakland, CA 94618 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Rockridge

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Found in Oakland, California, Merrill Gardens at Rockridge stands out as a vibrant and thoughtfully designed community. Owned by a family company, it offers both independent senior living and memory care services, excelling particularly in providing top-notch assisted living facilities. Residents can trust in the commitment to premier care, ensuring privacy, security, and exceptional support services.
This community goes beyond the basics, featuring a variety of amenities for a well-rounded lifestyle. From cozy studio to one-bedroom units with kitchenettes and private balconies, Merrill Gardens at Rockridge caters to diverse preferences. The community spaces include a movie theater, living areas, game room, landscaped courtyard, library, computer room, and fitness center. With a calendar brimming with activities and proximity to cafes, restaurants, antique shops, and bookstores, residents can enjoy both convenience and an engaging social environment. The addition of a concierge further enhances the overall experience, providing a seamless living experience for those seeking various assisted living levels of care.

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Bed community size
150-bed community Rank #343 / 1648Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 343rd out of 1648 homes in California for Bed Count. 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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
6 years in operation Rank #899 / 1494Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 899th out of 1494 homes in California for Years In Operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 96 / 100 Rank #43 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 43rd out of 2087 homes in California for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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
89%
Rank #366 / 1496Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 366th out of 1496 homes in California for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1496. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
134 / 150
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJanuary 23, 2020
CountyAlameda

Ownership & Operating Entity

Merrill Gardens at Rockridge is legally operated by Shi-Iii Mg Rockridge Gp LLC and Merrill Gardens LLC, and administered by Niare Dawn Feaster.

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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.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 11 citations 33 total visits 15 complaint visits 5 official inspections 11 complaint investigations
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 assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

7 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #997 / 1399 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 997th out of 1399 homes in California for Inspection Score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1399 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 74 out of 100. Letter grade C. 7 points below the California average for assisted living residences (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 2020 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 8 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (10% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (100% above)
• Citations per year (6% above)
• Total visits (106% above)
• Complaint visits (15% above)
• Other visits (86% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (10% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (at CA avg) 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (91% below)
Latest Inspection January 14, 2026

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. 1110 This facility has 10% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 10% worse
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. 33 This facility has serious citations (type a) in line with the California average (3 vs. CA avg 3).— At avg Rank #753 / 1160 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 753rd out of 1160 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1160 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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. 84 This facility has 100% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 100% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2020. 1.81.7 This facility has 6% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.8 vs. CA avg 1.7).↑ 6% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.33.3 This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 91% 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. 3316 This facility has 106% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (33 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 106% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1513 This facility has 15% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (15 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 15% worse Rank #1020 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1020th out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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. 137 This facility has 86% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (13 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 86% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 1110 This facility has 10% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 10% worse
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Merrill Gardens at Rockridge is located in Oakland, 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).
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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
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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.
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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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Merrill Gardens at Rockridge

What neighborhood is Merrill Gardens at Rockridge in?

Merrill Gardens at Rockridge is in the Shafter neighborhood of Oakland.

Who is the owner of Merrill Gardens at Rockridge?

Merrill Gardens at Rockridge is legally operated by Shi-Iii Mg Rockridge Gp LLC and Merrill Gardens LLC, and administered by Niare Dawn Feaster.

Is Merrill Gardens at Rockridge in a walkable area?

Merrill Gardens at Rockridge has a walk score of 96. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Merrill Gardens at Rockridge?

Merrill Gardens at Rockridge's occupancy is 89%.

Are pets allowed at Merrill Gardens at Rockridge?

Yes, Merrill Gardens at Rockridge allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Rockridge?

Niare Dawn Feaster is the administrator of Merrill Gardens at Rockridge.

How many beds does Merrill Gardens at Rockridge have?

Merrill Gardens at Rockridge has 150 beds.

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