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Mercy Retirement & Care Center

(510) 534-8540

About Mercy Retirement & Care Center

Mercy Retirement & Care Center brings compassionate assisted living to Oakland, California's 94601 community. Our dedicated team supports daily living needs while respecting independence, helping residents and families navigate this meaningful transition with dignity and personalized care.

Community at a glance

Capacity

160 residents

State license

#015600255, Licensed

Location

Oakland, CA

Status

Listed in a public registry

Care & services offered

Assisted Living

Contact & location

3431 Foothill Boulevard, Oakland, California 94601

(510) 534-8540

California inspection record

From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Mercy Retirement & Care Center. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports

State inspectors last visited Mercy Retirement & Care Center on August 12, 2026.

Since September 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections, 13 complaint visits and 9 other visits.

Inspectors issued 1 Type A citation and 4 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.

Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.

The state investigated 11 complaints, and found 1 allegation substantiated.

Last visit

Aug 12, 2026

Routine inspections

5

Type A citations

1

Type B citations

4

Visits and citations

Kind of visitVisitsType AType B
Routine inspections500
Complaint investigations1301
Other visits913

Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Mar 11, 2026, Apr 16, 2025, Mar 19, 2024, Mar 16, 2023, Mar 16, 2022.

Complaints

  • January 5, 20261 unsubstantiated
  • September 17, 20251 unsubstantiated
  • May 22, 20251 allegation substantiated, 2 unsubstantiated, 1 unfounded, 1 citation
  • January 30, 20251 unfounded
  • January 15, 20252 unsubstantiated
  • October 3, 20242 unfounded
  • September 12, 20241 unsubstantiated
  • August 15, 20242 unsubstantiated
  • June 19, 20243 unfounded
  • April 25, 20233 unsubstantiated
  • December 28, 20221 unfounded
substantiated:
the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
inconclusive:
the state could not prove or disprove it.
unsubstantiated:
it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
unfounded:
the state found it false or not possible.

License

License number
015600255
License type
RCFE-Continuing Care Retirement Community
Status
Licensed
Licensed capacity
160 residents
Licensed since
March 11, 1999
Licensee
Mercy Ret & Care Ctr and Elder Care Alliance
Administrator
McCarron, Kathleen

Location

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3431 Foothill BoulevardOakland, CA 94601

12 other communities within 10 miles

Senior living near Oakland

Assisted Living: frequently asked questions

Has Mercy Retirement & Care Center had any violations?+

California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Mercy Retirement & Care Center 1 Type A citation and 4 Type B citations since September 2021. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.

When was Mercy Retirement & Care Center last inspected?+

State inspectors last visited on August 12, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.

Have there been complaints about Mercy Retirement & Care Center?+

The state investigated 11 complaints since September 2021. Of the allegations, 1 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 12 unsubstantiated and 8 unfounded.

How much does assisted living cost?+

The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.

Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+

Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.

What's the difference from a nursing home?+

Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.

Senior living in Oakland Assisted Living in California Assisted Living guide Information last updated October 2026