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Outdoor garden space with flowering plants and building in background Outdoor space with bocce ball court and apartment building Pathway leading through a landscaped area with buildings in the background Outdoor space with artificial grass and nearby buildings Outdoor volleyball court with a building in the background Bright lobby area with modern decor and seating Entrance to the community garden with flowers and greenery Garden beds with colorful flowers in a sunny outdoor space Interior view of a fitness room with exercise equipment Outdoor BBQ area with picnic table and trees Pathway through a lush green garden area Well-equipped gym with weights and fitness machines Bright, empty interior space with large windows

Park Merced

3050 M Street, Merced, CA 95348 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Park Merced

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Park Merced is a 125-bed assisted living and memory care community offering memory care, respite care, and pet-friendly accommodations at 3050 M Street in Merced, California. Operated by Amie Marchini Gerontologist, Inc. under administrator Elina Moilanen, the community licensed since 2011 serves residents in Merced County.

Above California’s average is the inspection record. Since 2021, the facility has recorded 11 total citations, marginally above California’s average of 10, with just 2 complaints against a state average of 14 and 4 complaint visits compared to a 13 state average. Citations per routine inspection run 0.8 versus a 3.3 California average. No serious citations are present on record. The latest inspection was January 2026.

Pets are welcome. The community is credentialed gerontologist-operated which reflects a clinically oriented ownership model.

Park Merced is well-suited for older adults and families who need assisted living or memory care in Merced. The community has a below-average complaint record and a gerontologist-led operation defining the care environment in California’s Central Valley.

Facility Direct Line (209) 722-3944
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Bed community size
125-bed community Rank #526 / 1648Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 526th 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
26 years in operation Rank #217 / 1494Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 217th 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 0 / 100 Rank #2065 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2065th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
58%
Rank #1224 / 1496Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1224th 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.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
72 / 125
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceMarch 8, 2011
CountyMerced

Ownership & Operating Entity

Park Merced is legally operated by Amie Marchini Gerontologist, Inc., and administered by Elina Moilanen.

Owner NameAmie Marchini Gerontologist, Inc

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactAmie Marchini (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Amenities & Lifestyle

Resident Lounge
Fitness Center
Laundry Lounge
Montessori School
Business Center
Resident Events
Scenic Trails
Bocce Ball Court
Sand Volleyball Court
Outdoor Fitness Center
Community Garden
Dog Park
Playground
Grilling Stations
Touring HoursMon-Sun 9 AM TO 6 PM

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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 2021 · 5 years of data 11 citations 2 complaints 14 total visits 4 complaint visits 4 official inspections
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.

1 point above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #792 / 1399 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 792nd 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: 82 out of 100. Letter grade B-. 1 point above 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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (10% above)
• Citations per year (10% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (76% below)
• Total visits (13% below)
• Complaint visits (69% below)
• Other visits (14% below)
• Total complaints (86% below)
• Complaints per year (86% below)
Latest Inspection January 28, 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
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 2.22 This facility has 10% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (2.2 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 10% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.83.3 This facility has 76% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.8 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 76% 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. 1416 This facility has 13% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 13% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 413 This facility has 69% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 69% better Rank #525 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 525th 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. 67 This facility has 14% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 14% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 214 This facility has 86% fewer total complaints than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 86% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 0.42.8 This facility has 86% fewer complaints per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 2.8).↓ 86% better
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Address 8.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Merced's city center to Park Merced's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

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CA AVG 104
Rank #526 / 1648
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CA AVG 57
Rank #2065 / 2087
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CA AVG 81
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CA AVG 13
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CA AVG 13
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 57.6% A+Amie Marchini Gerontologist, Inc-
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Facility 93
CA AVG 104
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CA AVG 57
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CA AVG 81
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CA AVG 13
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Park Merced is located in MERCED, 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.
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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 Park Merced

Who is the owner of Park Merced?

Park Merced is legally operated by Amie Marchini Gerontologist, Inc., and administered by Elina Moilanen.

What is the occupancy rate at Park Merced?

Park Merced's occupancy is 58%.

Are pets allowed at Park Merced?

Yes, Park Merced allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Park Merced?

Elina Moilanen is the administrator of Park Merced.

How many beds does Park Merced have?

Park Merced has 125 beds.

Has Park Merced had any citations?

Park Merced has had 11 reported citations since 2021 according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

Are there photos of Park Merced?

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