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Waters Edge Lodge
Alameda, CaliforniaState inspected Jul 22, 2026, 6 citations since 2022
About Waters Edge Lodge
Waters Edge Lodge brings personalized assisted living to Alameda, California, where experienced staff support daily activities while residents maintain independence. Our compassionate approach focuses on what matters most—comfort, dignity, and genuine connection with the community you call home.
Community at a glance
Capacity
120 residents
State license
#011440777, Licensed
Location
Alameda, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
801 Island Drive, Alameda, California 94502
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Waters Edge Lodge. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Waters Edge Lodge on July 22, 2026.
Since October 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 4 routine inspections, 2 complaint visits and 5 other visits.
Inspectors issued 2 Type A citations 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 2 complaints, and substantiated none of the allegations.
Last visit
Jul 22, 2026
Routine inspections
4
Type A citations
2
Type B citations
4
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Other visits | 5 | 2 | 4 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Dec 17, 2025, Dec 10, 2024, Dec 12, 2023, Jan 9, 2023.
Complaints
- October 7, 20254 unsubstantiated
- November 7, 20221 unsubstantiated
- 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
- 011440777
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 120 residents
- Licensed since
- December 19, 1990
- Licensee
- Zimmerman, John & Christian
- Administrator
- Zimmerman, Stephen
Location
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801 Island DriveAlameda, CA 94502
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Waters Edge Lodge had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Waters Edge Lodge 2 Type A citations and 4 Type B citations since October 2022. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Waters Edge Lodge last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on July 22, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Waters Edge Lodge?+
The state investigated 2 complaints since October 2022. Of the allegations, 0 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 5 unsubstantiated and 0 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.