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Best Nursing Homes in Oakland, CA

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Mar 2026
We analyzed 13 homes in Oakland, CA

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and California Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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

7 facilities compared · CMS & CA Dept. of Health data

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Lake Park Senior Living
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Oakland (Downtown Oakland)
275
Facility 275
CA AVG 105
Rank #32 / 360
47.3%
Facility 47.3%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #335 / 351
-44%
3.99
Facility 3.99
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #181 / 346
+34%-5%
$44.4k
Facility $44.4k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #297 / 354
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #32 / 354
4.5
Facility 4.5
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #204 / 354
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 1.4
130-
97
Facility 97
CA AVG 63
Rank #5 / 359
Lake Merritt Senior Living LLC;Calson Care Oakland
$7.7M
Facility $7.7M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #305 / 347
$4.4M
Facility $4.4M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #306 / 347
57.4%
Facility 57.4%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #96 / 347
555113
Mercy Retirement and Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Oakland (Saint Elizabeth)
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 105
Rank #81 / 360
79.3%
Facility 79.3%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #236 / 351
-6%
5.00
Facility 5.00
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #45 / 346
-51%+19%
$47.4k
Facility $47.4k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #305 / 354
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #97 / 354
3.5
Facility 3.5
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #110 / 354
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 1.4
42-
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 63
Rank #31 / 359
Elder Care Alliance
$33.1M
Facility $33.1M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #39 / 347
$12.0M
Facility $12.0M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #73 / 347
36.1%
Facility 36.1%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #307 / 347
555189
Oakland Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Oakland (Salem Court)
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 105
Rank #322 / 360
85.2%
Facility 85.2%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #191 / 351
+1%
4.29
Facility 4.29
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #122 / 346
-44%+2%
$7.4k
Facility $7.4k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #204 / 354
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #46 / 354
5.3
Facility 5.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #259 / 354
-
Facility -
CA AVG 1.4
43A
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 63
Rank #232 / 359
Andrew Chua
$11.3M
Facility $11.3M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #264 / 347
$5.5M
Facility $5.5M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #274 / 347
48.5%
Facility 48.5%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #178 / 347
555570
House of Psalms
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Oakland (East Lake)
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 105
Rank #350 / 360
82.6%
Facility 82.6%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #128 / 351
-2%
3.96
Facility 3.96
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #181 / 346
+64%-6%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 354
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #46 / 354
5.3
Facility 5.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #259 / 354
-
Facility -
CA AVG 1.4
19-
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 63
Rank #22 / 359
Daniel Daly
$14.1M
Facility $14.1M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #217 / 347
$8.5M
Facility $8.5M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #175 / 347
60.5%
Facility 60.5%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #64 / 347
55175
Piedmont Gardens
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Oakland (Piedmont Avenue)
321
Facility 321
CA AVG 105
Rank #25 / 360
77.3%
Facility 77.3%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #243 / 351
-9%
4.54
Facility 4.54
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #92 / 346
+39%+8%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 354
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #16 / 354
3.3
Facility 3.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #85 / 354
-
Facility -
CA AVG 1.4
248-
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 63
Rank #1 / 359
Jana Gesinger
$36.2M
Facility $36.2M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #28 / 347
$18.2M
Facility $18.2M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #15 / 347
50.2%
Facility 50.2%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #160 / 347
56096
St. Paul’s Towers
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Oakland (Adams Point)
320
Facility 320
CA AVG 105
Rank #26 / 360
74.7%
Facility 74.7%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #256 / 351
-12%
4.65
Facility 4.65
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #69 / 346
+20%+10%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 354
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #39 / 354
6.7
Facility 6.7
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #314 / 354
-
Facility -
CA AVG 1.4
239A
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 63
Rank #7 / 359
Front Porch Communities And Services
$33.3M
Facility $33.3M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #37 / 347
$10.6M
Facility $10.6M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #109 / 347
31.7%
Facility 31.7%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #327 / 347
55156
Bellaken Garden
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Oakland (Saint Elizabeth)
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 105
Rank #305 / 360
89.1%
Facility 89.1%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #132 / 351
+5%
3.97
Facility 3.97
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #181 / 346
-17%-6%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 354
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #23 / 354
5.3
Facility 5.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #259 / 354
-
Facility -
CA AVG 1.4
59A+
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 63
Rank #16 / 359
Bellaken Health Group, Inc.
$15.3M
Facility $15.3M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #202 / 347
$7.8M
Facility $7.8M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #202 / 347
50.9%
Facility 50.9%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #155 / 347
555767

Dimond Care

3003 Fruitvale Avenue, Oakland, CA 94602
Overview of Dimond Care
Diamond Care Inc. is a senior care service located in French Camp, CA. It aims to enable adults and seniors to age safely and comfortably in their place of choice. The facility provides a range of support services tailored to meet the needs of its residents.

Contact Dimond Care

Overview of East Bay Longevity Assisted Living
East Bay Longevity Assisted Living is a senior living facility that has been serving the community since 2009. It focuses on creating a family lifestyle with close staff and resident relationships, along with cultural and life enrichment activities. The facility offers services to elderly individuals who require assistance with daily living and safety.

Contact East Bay Longevity Assisted Living

Overview of Bellaken Garden
Bellaken Garden is a skilled nursing facility in Oakland, California. It offers rehabilitation services, short-term respite care, and long-term nursing care. The facility is dedicated to providing high-quality medical care and clear communication with patients and their families.

Contact Bellaken Garden

Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating

Oakland Nursing Home Facilities Overview

  • Avg payroll costs: $6,054,116.67 (California avg: $6,440,675.14)
  • Avg home costs: $8,388,362.33 (California avg: $7,865,538.87)
  • Avg occupancy: 87.29% (California avg: 87.25%)
  • Avg bed count: 104 (California avg: 109)
  • Avg home revenue: $14,144,019.61 (California avg: $15,059,642.16)

Community-level financial and occupancy data

  • MCCLURE POST ACUTE: 93.00% occupancy, 60 beds, $15,386,191.00 home revenue, $5,281,625.00 payroll costs, $7,212,299.00 home costs.
  • EXCELL HEALTH CARE CENTER: 93.54% occupancy, 99 beds, $17,688,796.00 home revenue, $7,261,020.00 payroll costs, $6,611,677.00 home costs.
  • WINDSOR HEALTHCARE CENTER OF OAKLAND: 97.87% occupancy, 94 beds, $14,138,888.00 home revenue, $6,624,558.00 payroll costs, $7,506,447.00 home costs.
  • LAKE MERRITT HEALTHCARE CENTER: 95.85% occupancy, 53 beds, $6,163,932.00 home revenue, $3,526,676.00 payroll costs, $4,557,930.00 home costs.
  • WILLOW TREE NURSING CENTER: 96.22% occupancy, 82 beds, $10,442,526.00 home revenue, $4,677,107.00 payroll costs, $5,014,862.00 home costs.
  • REDWOOD HEALTHCARE CENTER LLC: 97.27% occupancy, 44 beds, $5,270,142.00 home revenue, $2,712,239.00 payroll costs, $3,971,919.00 home costs.
  • BAY AREA HEALTHCARE CENTER: 63.23% occupancy, 99 beds, $21,113,292.00 home revenue, $9,271,399.00 payroll costs, $7,273,128.00 home costs.
  • PIEDMONT GARDENS HEALTH FACILITY: 67.02% occupancy, 345 beds, $32,698,832.00 home revenue, $12,767,642.00 payroll costs, $18,596,356.00 home costs.
  • OAKLAND HEIGHTS NURSING & REHAB.: 85.83% occupancy, 48 beds, $10,008,606.00 home revenue, $4,307,362.00 payroll costs, $4,537,550.00 home costs.
  • BELLAKEN HEALTH GROUP INC: 96.56% occupancy, 119 beds, $14,720,158.00 home revenue, $5,497,380.00 payroll costs, $7,803,721.00 home costs.
  • FRUITVALE HEALTHCARE CENTER: 92.64% occupancy, 140 beds, $11,442,122.00 home revenue, $5,172,793.00 payroll costs, $5,575,663.00 home costs.
View Chart Data Table
MetricOaklandCalifornia
Avg payroll costs$6,054,116.67$6,440,675.14
Avg home costs$8,388,362.33$7,865,538.87
Avg occupancy87.29%87.25%
Avg bed count104109
Avg home revenue$14,144,019.61$15,059,642.16
CommunityOccupancyBedsHome RevenuePayroll CostsHome CostsMedicareMedicaidPrivate Pay
MCCLURE POST ACUTE93.00%60$15,386,191.00$5,281,625.00$7,212,299.0066.79%20.38%12.83%
EXCELL HEALTH CARE CENTER93.54%99$17,688,796.00$7,261,020.00$6,611,677.0020.04%76.69%3.27%
WINDSOR HEALTHCARE CENTER OF OAKLAND97.87%94$14,138,888.00$6,624,558.00$7,506,447.0015.22%75.59%9.19%
LAKE MERRITT HEALTHCARE CENTER95.85%53$6,163,932.00$3,526,676.00$4,557,930.0029.75%63.44%6.81%
WILLOW TREE NURSING CENTER96.22%82$10,442,526.00$4,677,107.00$5,014,862.0013.54%83.85%2.61%
REDWOOD HEALTHCARE CENTER LLC97.27%44$5,270,142.00$2,712,239.00$3,971,919.0030.63%64.08%5.29%
BAY AREA HEALTHCARE CENTER63.23%99$21,113,292.00$9,271,399.00$7,273,128.001.87%72.18%25.95%
PIEDMONT GARDENS HEALTH FACILITY67.02%345$32,698,832.00$12,767,642.00$18,596,356.005.21%6.12%88.67%
OAKLAND HEIGHTS NURSING & REHAB.85.83%48$10,008,606.00$4,307,362.00$4,537,550.0041.92%37.56%20.52%
BELLAKEN HEALTH GROUP INC96.56%119$14,720,158.00$5,497,380.00$7,803,721.0023.61%33.32%43.07%
FRUITVALE HEALTHCARE CENTER92.64%140$11,442,122.00$5,172,793.00$5,575,663.008.28%83.89%7.83%
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Oakland, CA

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in California?

Assisted living in California is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does California Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — California Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 13 nursing homes in Oakland, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Oakland, CA?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Oakland, CA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Oakland, CA?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.