Occupancy rate
69%
Lower than the California average: 72.8%Elder Ashram
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Oakland, CA
Elder Ashram
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Oakland, CA
Overview of Elder Ashram
Elder Ashram is an assisted living community in Oakland, CA, that offers personal care and mental health services. Promoting a warm and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults can live comfortably in their later years. Weekly housekeeping, medication management, and incontinence care are also available to improve residents’ quality of life. Prioritizing age-inclusivity, the community ensures residents receive the utmost care tailored to their needs.
Workshops, local performances, and events allow residents to explore new interests and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can also rest and move around, as cozy living spaces and accessible gathering areas are also available. Ideally situated in the quiet residential area of Oakland, near bus stops, restaurants, and MacArthur Fwy, the community is easily accessible for families and visitors. This assisted living community has exceptional standards of care, making it an ideal option for senior living in California.
90-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
5 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 87 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the California average: 72.8%Occupied beds
62 / 90
Average residents per home in California
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJuly 24, 2020
CountyAlameda
RCFE Number019200956
Elder Ashram is legally operated by Elder Ashram Inc, and administrated by Maria Lourdes V Rivera.
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Specific ProgramsWorkshops, Eldership Academy, Clinical Internship
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Elder Ashram
Assisted Living
Memory Care
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
9 citations
34 total visits
21 complaint visits
5 official inspections
18 complaint investigations
Inspection Scorecard
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
5 Worse
Metrics worse than California average:
• Total visits (113% above)
• Complaint visits (62% above)
• Other visits (14% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (80% above) 3 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (10% below)
• Citations per year (12% below)
• Citations per inspection (91% below)
• Total visits (113% above)
• Complaint visits (62% above)
• Other visits (14% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (80% above) 3 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (10% below)
• Citations per year (12% below)
• Citations per inspection (91% below)
Latest Inspection
July 3, 2025
Annual Inspection
Citations
Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 9 | 10 | This facility has 10% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 10). Click this badge to view the full California ranking.↓ 10% better |
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Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 2 | — | — |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 7 | — | — |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2020.
| 1.5 | 1.7 | This facility has 12% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.5 vs. CA avg 1.7). Click this badge to view the full California ranking.↓ 12% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.3 | 3.3 | This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3). Click this badge to view the full California ranking.↓ 91% better |
Inspections & Visits
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
This facility’s inspection record is mixed, with most recent annual inspection on July 3, 2025, showing no deficiencies but a March 24, 2025 complaint investigation citing one deficiency for allowing an uncleared caregiver to provide one-on-one care. Past deficiencies involved administrator certification lapses and eviction notice errors, while multiple complaint investigations found allegations of abuse, neglect, and inadequate care unsubstantiated. The record shows consistent regulatory compliance except for occasional administrative and staffing oversights.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Assisted Living in California
Elder Ashram is located in Oakland, California.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elder Ashram
What neighborhood is Elder Ashram in?
Elder Ashram is in the Foothill neighborhood of Oakland.
Is Elder Ashram in a walkable area?
Elder Ashram has a walk score of 87. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the occupancy rate at Elder Ashram?
Elder Ashram's occupancy is 69%.
Who is the administrator of Elder Ashram?
Maria Lourdes V Rivera is the administrator of Elder Ashram.
How many beds does Elder Ashram have?
Elder Ashram has 90 beds.
Has Elder Ashram had any recent deficiencies or citations?
Elder Ashram has had 9 recently reported deficiencies.
Are there photos of Elder Ashram?
Yes — there are 2 photos of Elder Ashram in the photo gallery on this page.
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