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Compare Nursing Homes around Oakland
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
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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
103
Rank
#70 / 1658 |
47.3%
Facility
47.3%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#1296 / 1407 | -44% | 3.99
Facility
3.99
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#181 / 346 | +17% | -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 | 130 | - |
97
Facility
97
CA AVG
57
Rank
#29 / 2093 | 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
103
Rank
#289 / 1658 |
79.3%
Facility
79.3%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#675 / 1407 | -6% | 5.00
Facility
5.00
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#45 / 346 | -44% | +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 | 42 | - |
92
Facility
92
CA AVG
57
Rank
#137 / 2093 | 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
103
Rank
#1167 / 1658 |
85.2%
Facility
85.2%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#441 / 1407 | +1% | 4.29
Facility
4.29
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#122 / 346 | -57% | +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 | - | 43 | A |
57
Facility
57
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1158 / 2093 | 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 | ||||
| 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
103
Rank
#50 / 1658 |
77.3%
Facility
77.3%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#715 / 1407 | -9% | 4.54
Facility
4.54
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#92 / 346 | +22% | +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 | - | 248 | - |
99
Facility
99
CA AVG
57
Rank
#2 / 2093 | 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
103
Rank
#51 / 1658 |
74.7%
Facility
74.7%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#799 / 1407 | -12% | 4.65
Facility
4.65
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#69 / 346 | -12% | +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 | - | 239 | A |
96
Facility
96
CA AVG
57
Rank
#43 / 2093 | 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
103
Rank
#1104 / 1658 |
89.1%
Facility
89.1%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#340 / 1407 | +5% | 3.97
Facility
3.97
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#181 / 346 | -34% | -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 | - | 59 | A+ |
95
Facility
95
CA AVG
57
Rank
#66 / 2093 | 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 |
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.
East Bay Longevity Assisted Living is a 49-bed assisted living community operated by East Bay Longevity Assisted Living LLC in Oakland, California, under administrator Alice Kaung. Licensed in Alameda County as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly since 2018, the community highlights a family-oriented environment with cultural and life enrichment programming, geared toward Chinese-speaking seniors.
As a California RCFE, inspections are conducted by the Department of Social Services instead of CMS. The facility has recorded 1 total citation since 2022, against a California average of 10, and 2 complaints versus a statewide norm of 14. No fines exist in the most recent inspection in June 2025, bringing the overall score at 82 out of 100 against California’s benchmark of 70.
The dining program spotlights seasonal fresh foods and special menus for celebrations. Staff and resident relationships are explained as close-knit, with activities built around cultural engagement and daily living enrichment.
A smaller, culturally focused community in Oakland, the facility is ideal for older adults in Alameda County, particularly Chinese-speaking seniors who need assisted living.
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.
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.
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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
| Metric | Oakland | California |
|---|---|---|
| Avg payroll costs | $6,054,116.67 | $6,440,675.14 |
| Avg home costs | $8,388,362.33 | $7,865,538.87 |
| Avg occupancy | 87.29% | 87.25% |
| Avg bed count | 104 | 109 |
| Avg home revenue | $14,144,019.61 | $15,059,642.16 |
| Community | Occupancy | Beds | Home Revenue | Payroll Costs | Home Costs | Medicare | Medicaid | Private Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WINDSOR HEALTHCARE CENTER OF OAKLAND | 97.87% | 94 | $14,138,888.00 | $6,624,558.00 | $7,506,447.00 | 15.22% | 75.59% | 9.19% |
| LAKE MERRITT HEALTHCARE CENTER | 95.85% | 53 | $6,163,932.00 | $3,526,676.00 | $4,557,930.00 | 29.75% | 63.44% | 6.81% |
| WILLOW TREE NURSING CENTER | 96.22% | 82 | $10,442,526.00 | $4,677,107.00 | $5,014,862.00 | 13.54% | 83.85% | 2.61% |
| REDWOOD HEALTHCARE CENTER LLC | 97.27% | 44 | $5,270,142.00 | $2,712,239.00 | $3,971,919.00 | 30.63% | 64.08% | 5.29% |
| BAY AREA HEALTHCARE CENTER | 63.23% | 99 | $21,113,292.00 | $9,271,399.00 | $7,273,128.00 | 1.87% | 72.18% | 25.95% |
| PIEDMONT GARDENS HEALTH FACILITY | 67.02% | 345 | $32,698,832.00 | $12,767,642.00 | $18,596,356.00 | 5.21% | 6.12% | 88.67% |
| OAKLAND HEIGHTS NURSING & REHAB. | 85.83% | 48 | $10,008,606.00 | $4,307,362.00 | $4,537,550.00 | 41.92% | 37.56% | 20.52% |
| BELLAKEN HEALTH GROUP INC | 96.56% | 119 | $14,720,158.00 | $5,497,380.00 | $7,803,721.00 | 23.61% | 33.32% | 43.07% |
| MCCLURE POST ACUTE | 93.00% | 60 | $15,386,191.00 | $5,281,625.00 | $7,212,299.00 | 66.79% | 20.38% | 12.83% |
| EXCELL HEALTH CARE CENTER | 93.54% | 99 | $17,688,796.00 | $7,261,020.00 | $6,611,677.00 | 20.04% | 76.69% | 3.27% |
| FRUITVALE HEALTHCARE CENTER | 92.64% | 140 | $11,442,122.00 | $5,172,793.00 | $5,575,663.00 | 8.28% | 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.
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