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Merced Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Merced, CA
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Merced Senior Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Merced, CA
3420 R St, Merced, CA 95348 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Merced Senior Living

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Merced Senior Living is an esteemed senior community in the picturesque city of Merced, California. The services provided by Merced Senior Living encompass both assisted living and memory care. The community’s prime location is just minutes away from an array of enticing dining establishments, shopping malls, and essential medical centers.

In the stunning San Joaquin Valley, Merced Senior Living offers tailored retirement options and luxurious senior housing apartments. This makes it an ideal location for seniors who want to live a comfortable life during their golden years. Experience their exceptional services and the warm and welcoming staff of their community.

Facility Direct Line (209) 791-9894
Facility Direct Line (209) 791-9894
Bed community size
93-bed community Rank #827 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 827th out of 1644 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
11 years in operation Rank #615 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 615th out of 1497 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.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 40 / 100 Rank #1551 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1551st 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
81%
Rank #660 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 660th out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. 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
75 / 93
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Awards

Best Assisted Living in Merced, CA

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceApril 27, 2015
CountyMerced
License Number247206921
RCFE Number247206921

Ownership & Operating Entity

Merced Senior Living is legally operated by Northstar Senior Living Inc and Northstar Snr Lvg Mgt, and administered by Lisa Baricevic.

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter
Grab Bars
Emergency SystemsYes

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Library
Salon
Barber
Spa
Dining Room
Garden
Patio
Movie Theater
Craft Room
Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activitiesexercise classes, art classes
Wellness Program
Operating HoursMonday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday,Sunday 00:00-23:59

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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 38 citations 64 total visits 38 complaint visits 5 official inspections 22 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.

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

Rank #1301 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1301st out of 1400 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1400 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: 59 out of 100. Letter grade F. 22 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 (280% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (367% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (500% above)
• Total visits (300% above)
• Complaint visits (192% above)
• Other visits (200% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (120% above) 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (82% below)

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. 3810 This facility has 280% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (38 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 280% 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. 143 This facility has 367% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 367% worse Rank #1102 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1102nd out of 1159 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1159 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. 244 This facility has 500% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (24 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 500% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.63.3 This facility has 82% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.6 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 82% 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. 6416 This facility has 300% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (64 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 300% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 3813 This facility has 192% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (38 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 192% worse Rank #1303 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1303rd out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 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. 217 This facility has 200% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (21 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 200% 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. 2210 This facility has 120% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (22 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 120% worse
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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Address 2.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Merced's city center to Merced Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Merced Senior Living is located in Merced, 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).
CA

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
CA

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.
CA

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 Merced Senior Living

What neighborhood is Merced Senior Living in?

Merced Senior Living is in the R Street neighborhood of Merced.

Who is the owner of Merced Senior Living?

Merced Senior Living is legally operated by Northstar Senior Living Inc and Northstar Snr Lvg Mgt, and administered by Lisa Baricevic.

Is Merced Senior Living in a walkable area?

Merced Senior Living has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Merced Senior Living?

Merced Senior Living's occupancy is 81%.

How long has Merced Senior Living been in business?

Merced Senior Living has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Merced Senior Living have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Merced Senior Living on this page.

Are pets allowed at Merced Senior Living?

Yes, Merced Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

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