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Live in comfort and luxury with the prestigious senior living community of Everest at Oceanside located in the beautiful setting of Lake Boulevard, Oceanside, CA, which provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With cozy and purposely designed residences in variations of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, seniors experience unparalleled comfort and convenience. The community doubles its efforts to meet seniors’ special needs and aspirations with a respectful and well-trained team.
Have a relaxing time and create lasting moments with friends through engaging activities and enjoyable events. Interact with friends over healthy and delicious meals for a delightful dining experience. Everest at Oceanside is filled with state-of-the-art amenities and excellent services, making it ideal for seniors hoping to make every moment of their golden years count.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%Truewood by Merrill, Oceanside is legally operated by Everest Oceanside Blessing Star, Llc;everest Sr. L, and administrated by Ferlina Mcbride.
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.
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.
Citations
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 1 | 10 | This facility has 90% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% 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.
| 0 | 3 | This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better |
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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.
| 1 | 4 | This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2024.
| 0.5 | 5 | This facility has 90% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.5 vs. CA avg 5).↓ 90% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.1 | 3.3 | This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 11 | 16 | This facility has 31% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 31% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 6 | 13 | This facility has 54% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 54% better |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 4 | 7 | This facility has 43% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 43% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 1 | 4 | This facility has 75% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 3 | 10 | This facility has 70% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
This facility’s inspection record is mostly clean, with no deficiencies cited in its two most recent visits on October 25, 2024, and October 20, 2025. Both inspections found the facility safe, well-maintained, and compliant with regulations, including a thorough health and safety check in 2025. No complaints were substantiated or investigated during this period, indicating consistent adherence to state standards.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Building Type: 3-story
7.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Oceanside's city center to Truewood by Merrill, Oceanside's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.48 miles to nearest hospital (Tri-City Medical Center)
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Truewood by Merrill, Oceanside is located in Oceanside, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| Brookdale Oceanside |
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.
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. | Oceanside (Lake) | 186 | Yes | 56 | 4 | 7 | - | 22 | 56.5% | - | Emeritus Properties Xvi Inc; Emeritus Corporation | Suite / Studio / 1 Bed |
| Truewood by Merrill, Oceanside |
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. | Oceanside (Lake) | 175 | No | 68 | 1 | 6 | - | 1 | 65.7% | - | Everest Oceanside Blessing Star, LLC;Everest Sr. L | - |
| Oceanside Senior Living |
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. | Oceanside (Guajome) | 165 | Yes | 16 | 5 | 18 | 3 | 5 | 55.8% | A+ | Hrse Pacficia Senior Living Oceanside Trs LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Sunrise of Oceanside |
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.
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. | Oceanside (Guajome) | 136 | Yes | 18 | 2 | 2 | - | 1 | 69.1% | - | Sunrise Of Oceanside Ca Opco & Sunrise Senior Livi | Studio / Denver / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Ocean Hills Senior Living |
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. | Oceanside (Ocean Hills) | 123 | No | 8 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 7 | 87.8% | A+ | Triton Senior Lvg,LLC; Northstar Senior Lvg,Inc. | - |
Truewood by Merrill, Oceanside is in the Lake neighborhood of Oceanside.
The legal owner and operator of Truewood by Merrill, Oceanside is Everest Oceanside Blessing Star, Llc;Everest Sr. L.
Truewood by Merrill, Oceanside has a walk score of 68. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Truewood by Merrill, Oceanside's occupancy is 66%.
Ferlina Mcbride is the administrator of Truewood by Merrill, Oceanside.
Truewood by Merrill, Oceanside has 175 beds.
Truewood by Merrill, Oceanside has had 1 recently reported deficiency.
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