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Mercy Retirement and Care Center

3431 Foothill Blvd, Oakland, CA

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

4.616 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Mercy Retirement and Care Center

Mercy Retirement and Care Center is an assisted living community located in Oakland, California, in Alameda County and home to over 413,000 people. Oakland is a wonderful city with lots of businesses, shopping, sporting events, restaurants and stores. Residents will enjoy Bay area views, shopping with friends and family members, going on group outings, or relaxing in our comfortable community. Mercy Retirement and Care Center is committed to providing our residents with the highest level of care in a comfortable, home-like setting. Our licensed staff specializes in memory care to help treat Alzheimer's and dementia and keep residents engaged and active. At Mercy Retirement and Care Center, our team of professionals will assist with any needs that your family member may have. Our community is also socially engaging and enjoys group outings, planned events and other ways to encourage fun interaction and socializing between our residents. Some of the available services and activities that we have in our development include: Rehabilitation, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy Spacious accommodations with different floor plans and layouts Beautiful outdoor spaces and courtyard areas Three well-balanced meals and snacks each day Transportation to/from appointments and events Trips to museums, restaurants and sporting events Laundry and housekeeping services Devotional services off-site We are pleased to have the seniors in our community and invite you to bring your family member to join us for fun and engaging activities, relaxation, and new friends at Mercy Retirement and Care Center.

Family and resident feedback

4.6 out of 5 from 16 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

Our families experience

We love Mercy! It's a great fit for [name removed]! The staff is loving and caring. There are multiple activities each day. The food is very good to excellent cleanliness is very good for our knees. The part of the room apartment sizes is fine for now.

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5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're so glad to hear that your loved one feels at home and enjoys the activities and meals. Our team members are dedicated to creating a caring environment, and we appreciate your recognition. If you have any specific concerns, feel free to reach out!

July 24, 2026
AnonymousJuly 23, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Excellent Experience

The staff that works there are very knowledgeable about what you need for loved ones with dementia. They are attentive, caring and very much there for their resident. The facility is extremely clean, well kept. The rooms are the largest I saw. I toured 7 other facilities, and this was not in my list. I went at the last minute, and was extremely glad I did. The neighborhood isn't much, but what's important is the people on the inside. I would absolutely recommend this facility for families making the extremely hard

Response from the community

Thank you, Colleen, for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear that our team members made a positive impact during your visit. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re here to support families navigating these important decisions. If you have any specific questions, please let us know!

April 24, 2026
Colleen AApril 22, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

our family's experience

Helpful and caring staff across the board. Attached and associated SNF with good coordination with assisted living facility

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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
4.0 / 5
Philip DOctober 8, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Families experience

One of the reasons we selected Mercy was for its spiritual/faith program which includes daily mass. Perfect setting for my aunt. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones

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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

We are thrilled your aunt is enjoying the Spiritual Care Programming at Mercy. Thank you for recommending our community to other families. We strive to provide a supportive and nurturing environment for all residents. If you have any further feedback, feel free to reach out.

August 20, 2024
AnonymousAugust 15, 2024

★★★★★

Positive

Mercy Care: Thriving

My aunt has thrived at Mercy Retirement and Care Center - this has been an excellent community for her. As a family member ongoing communication with me by staff is consistent. Thank you for putting me in touch with Mercy.

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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thank you so much for sharing your experience in our community. We are so glad to have your aunt as well as your family a part of the Mercy community. We want all our residents and families to feel safe, secure, heard, and cared for in our community here at Mercy, and glad that you are experiencing that so far.

October 17, 2023
LeslieOctober 17, 2023

★★★★

Critical

My husband and I toured here when we were trying to find a place to live and we thought maybe we’d like it but when we went to take a tour, it seemed like the people that were there needed more help than what we did. However, from what we saw, they were keeping everything very clean. They have several levels of care available depending on what you need. They showed us around the whole place and showed us the areas where people needed the most care and then we went to the area where people needed the less care and t

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Cleanliness
3.5 / 5
Friendliness
3.5 / 5
Value for Cost
3.5 / 5
AnonymousNovember 20, 2017

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 2, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Café or Bistro
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Gluten-free
  • Pureed Meals
  • Vegan
  • Low / No Sodium
  • International Cuisine
  • Vegetarian
  • Anytime Dining
  • Guest Meals
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Room Service
  • Meals Provided
  • Professional Chef

Health & wellness

  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Memory Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Medication Management
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • High Acuity Care
  • Diabetic Care

Services & convenience

  • Transportation at Cost
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Covered Parking
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Cats Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Pet Care Available
  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Romanian
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Filipino

Activities & engagement

  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Activities Off-site
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Walking Club
  • Other Religious Services
  • Jewish Services
  • Bridge Club
  • Buddhist Services
  • Holiday Parties
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Book Club
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Karaoke
  • Montessori Programs
  • Adventist Services
  • Current Events Club
  • Art Classes
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Men's Club
  • Cooking Club
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Birthday Parties
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Qi Gong
  • Activities On-site
  • Christian Services
  • Mormon/LDS Services
  • Wine Tasting
  • Happy Hour
  • Dances
  • Catholic Services
  • Wii Bowling
  • Bible Study Group
  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Choir / Singing Club
  • Islamic Services
  • Cooking Classes
  • Gardening Club
  • Protestant Services
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Trivia Games
  • Tai Chi
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Visiting Rabbi
  • Forever Fit
  • Community Service Programs
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Live Well Programs
  • Resident Band or Musicians
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest

Outdoor spaces

  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Beauty Salon
  • Outside Patio
  • Library
  • Barber Shop
  • Private Bath
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Fitness Center
  • Ballroom
  • Piano or Organ
  • Game Room

Apartment & room features

  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Kitchenette

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Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
Not publicly disclosed
Move-in fee
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Exact unit availability
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Published floor plans

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