Independent Living in Oakland, CA
Oakland has 5 independent living, life plan and 55+ communities on Lilisity. Each also holds a state license for assisted living or other care. Lilisity publishes no score or ranking for these communities.
All 5 in Oakland
Listed with state-licensed communities first, then by name. Being listed is not a rating.
| Community | Type | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Park Senior Livingstate licensed1850 Alice Street | Independent Living, Assisted Living, Continuing Care | 275 residents |
| Mercy Retirement & Care Center (Independent Living and Assisted Living and Continuing Care)state licensed3431 Foothill Boulevard | Independent Living, Assisted Living, Continuing Care | 160 residents |
| Merrill Gardens at Rockridgestate licensed5238 Coronado Ave | Independent Living, Assisted Living | 150 residents |
| Piedmont Gardens #1state licensed110 41st St | Independent Living, Assisted Living, Continuing Care | 321 residents |
| St. Paul's Towersstate licensed100 Bay Place | Independent Living, Assisted Living, Continuing Care | 320 residents |
There are also 48 income-restricted senior apartment buildings in Oakland, where rent is set by income. They are listed on the Alameda County page.
What the types mean
Independent living. Apartments or cottages for older adults who live on their own. Meals, activities, housekeeping and transport are often included or offered. Personal care is not part of it.
Life plan community. A campus with independent living plus assisted living, memory care or nursing care, usually with an entry fee and a contract that covers care later.
55+ apartments. Rental or co-op apartments for people 55 or 62 and over, with no care services.
Income-restricted senior apartments. Apartments for older adults with rent set by income, through HUD, USDA or tax-credit programs. There are income limits and often a wait list.
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