Mercy Retirement & Care Center
Experience the best of your golden years at Mercy Retirement & Care Center, a distinguished community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. With a compassionate and well-trained team available 24/7, residents receive the highest quality of care for their unique needs and preferences. The community is part of Elder Care Alliance, a non-profit organization, prioritizing residents’ comfort and well-being.
A thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle for residents’ leisure and wellness. Delightful and well-balanced meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With its comprehensive care options and state-of-the-art amenities, residents are guaranteed to thrive in retirement.
Inspection Report Summary for Mercy Retirement & Care Center
Mercy Retirement & Care Center, a 741‑type group home in Oakland, has generally maintained compliance with California’s licensing standards. During a 2021 unannounced case‑management visit, the agency identified a financial‑abuse incident involving a home‑health agency employee, which the facility addressed by filing a police report and documenting the resident’s capacity to manage finances. The same year an additional unannounced inspection uncovered a medication error: a resident received an incorrect hydrocodone dosage because a physician’s PRN order had been misapplied. The facility took immediate disciplinary action against the involved staff, instituted new medication‑administration procedures, and agreed to provide refresher training and routine audits.
In March 2022, an infection‑control inspection found no deficiencies. The center demonstrated adequate screening procedures, personal protective equipment supplies, hand‑washing stations, and a comprehensive mitigation plan for COVID‑19 and other communicable diseases. The visit reinforced that the facility’s environmental and procedural controls were effectively managing residents’ health risks.
A subsequent 2023 annual inspection revealed a mix of strengths and emerging concerns. While the facility’s fire clearance, lighting, temperature control, food supply, medication storage, and staff background‑check compliance were satisfactory, two specific deficiencies were noted. First, a water fountain in the courtyard remained accessible to residents, violating regulations that require fencing or covering of water features when not in active use; the center promptly ceased fountain use and committed to submitting a written corrective plan. Second, a resident who had tested positive for tuberculosis had no chest‑x‑ray documented, raising a potential health‑safety issue; the agency agreed to obtain and file the required imaging within the allotted deadline.
Overall, Mercy Retirement & Care Center exhibits a pattern of generally robust compliance, with occasional lapses in medication administration and environmental safety that are addressed through corrective actions and staff training. The facility’s prompt responses to identified deficiencies and its documented corrective plans suggest a willingness to maintain resident safety and regulatory adherence.
Facility Overview
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Facility ID
Unique ID assigned by the California Department of Social Services for this licensed facility.
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Facility Type
Indicates the state license category — e.g., RCFE (Residential Care Facility for the Elderly).
RCFE-CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
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License Status
Shows whether the facility is currently licensed, closed, or pending renewal.
LICENSED
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Licensed Since
Date when the facility’s license was first issued by the state.
March 11, 1999
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Licensee / Operator
Entity or organization legally responsible for managing this facility.
MERCY RET & CARE CTR AND ELDER CARE ALLIANCE
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County
The California county where the facility is located.
ALAMEDA
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Regional Office
The regional CDSS office that oversees inspections for this facility (based on internal state code).
15
Inspection & Compliance
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All Visits
Sum of inspections, complaint visits, and other administrative visits.
18 visits
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Inspections
Formal inspections conducted by the state’s licensing division.
4 inspections
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Other Visits
Administrative or follow-up visits not related to complaints or inspections.
7 visits
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Complaint Visits
Inspections triggered by official complaints filed with the state.
11 complaints
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Citations
Number of deficiencies or violations found during inspections
4 citations
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Official Report
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What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
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7.2 miles from city center
3431 Foothill Blvd, Oakland, CA 94601
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for California Seniors
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: County-managed; waitlists possible.
- Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
- General: Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Can hire family as caregivers.
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
- General: Age 62+, 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 Specifics: Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
- 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 Specifics: High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
- General: Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics: High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for California Seniors
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
Requirements:
General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:County-managed; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits:~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Can hire family as caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, 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 Specifics:Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits:~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
California CARES Program
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics:High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
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Beds shows the number of beds currently filled in each community agianst the total number of beds. Higher occupied beds usually indicates strong demand and reputation, while lower occupancy may suggest more availability for new residents.
Community |
Occupancy |
Beds |
Home Revenue |
Owner |
CCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAY AREA HEALTHCARE CENTER | 63.2% | 99 | $21,113,292.00 | COMPREHENSIVE CARE OF CALIFORNIA LLC | 555851 |
| BELLAKEN HEALTH GROUP INC | 96.6% | 119 | $14,720,158.00 | BELLAKEN HEALTH GROUP, INC. | 555767 |
| EXCELL HEALTH CARE CENTER | 93.5% | 99 | $17,688,796.00 | EXCELL POST ACUTE LLC | 56170 |
| FRUITVALE HEALTHCARE CENTER | 92.6% | 140 | $7,694,837.00 | FRUITVALE HOLDING COMPANY GP, LLC | 555358 |
| LAKE MERRITT HEALTHCARE CENTER | 95.9% | 53 | $6,163,932.00 | LAKE MERRITT HEALTHCARE CENTER LLC | 56350 |
| LAKE PARK RETIREMENT RESIDENCE | 62.3% | 35 | $7,663,902.00 | 555113 | |
| MCCLURE POST ACUTE | 93.0% | 60 | $15,386,191.00 | SNIDER, ANDREW | 555067 |
| MEDICAL HILL HEALTHCARE CENTER | 96.9% | 124 | $27,038,676.00 | 555254 | |
| MERCY RETIREMENT & CARE CENTER | 86.1% | 166 | $17,503,740.00 | ELDER CARE ALLIANCE | 555189 |
| OAKLAND HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTER | 94.3% | 98 | $18,119,500.00 | RECHNITZ CORE GP | 55215 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
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Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
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