Residential care
Merrill Gardens At Rockridge
Residential care in Oakland, California
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 5238 CORONADO AVE |
| City | Oakland |
| State | California |
| ZIP code | 94618 |
| County | ALAMEDA |
| Phone | (510) 338-4543 |
| Website | https://www.merrillgardens.com/senior-living/ca/oakland/merrill-gardens-at-rockridge/ |
| License number | 019200879 |
| License type | Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) — California's assisted living license |
| Licensing status | LICENSED |
| Licensed since | 1/23/2020 |
| Licensee | SHI-III MG ROCKRIDGE GP LLC;MERRILL GARDENS LLC |
| Capacity | 150 |
| Care types | residential care, assisted living |
| Services offered | 24-hour non-medical care and supervision, assistance with activities of daily living |
| CMS quality note | Licensed by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. |
Merrill Gardens At Rockridge is in 5238 CORONADO AVE, Oakland, CA 94618. Phone: (510) 338-4543. Ownership: not stated in the source file. It holds California RCFE license 019200879 (status LICENSED, first licensed 1/23/2020, capacity 150). In California, assisted living is licensed as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly.
More about this provider
| The official location page describes a family-owned senior living community in Oakland's Rockridge neighborhood offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care, with a theater, library, salon, large private apartments, and rooftop terrace views, close to the community center, parks, shopping, dining, and medical facilities | |
| Services and programs | Independent senior living, assisted living, and memory care lifestyle options; amenities named on the page include a theater, library, salon, large private apartments, and a rooftop terrace |
| Who it serves | Older adults seeking independent living, assisted living, or memory care |
| Visiting and contact details | 5238 Coronado Ave, Oakland, CA 94618; phone 510-338-4543; hours listed as open 24 hours daily (Mon–Sun 00:00–23:59) |
| Website | https://www.merrillgardens.com/senior-living/ca/oakland/merrill-gardens-at-rockridge/ |
Who pays for residential care?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
- Does Medicare or Medicaid pay for assisted living
- Memory Care Costs: What Drives the Price When No National Median Exists
Residential care guide · Paying for care
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Common questions about Merrill Gardens At Rockridge
Where is Merrill Gardens At Rockridge located?
Merrill Gardens At Rockridge is at 5238 CORONADO AVE, Oakland, California 94618.
What care and services does Merrill Gardens At Rockridge offer?
Merrill Gardens At Rockridge offers residential care, assisted living, 24-hour non-medical care and supervision, assistance with activities of daily living.
How do I contact Merrill Gardens At Rockridge?
Call Merrill Gardens At Rockridge at (510) 338-4543.
How much does assisted living cost?
The national median cost of assisted living is $6,200 a month (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in California can be higher or lower. The price goes up when a person needs more help with daily tasks. See our guide to assisted living costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?
No. Medicare does not pay for the rent or the day-to-day help in assisted living. That help is called custodial care, and Medicare does not cover it. Medicare still pays for your medical care while you live there, like doctor visits, hospital care, and home health visits.
What is the difference between assisted living and a nursing home?
Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. Staff are on hand day and night, but it does not give round-the-clock nursing care. A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home.
Who else pays for assisted living besides Medicare?
Most people pay out of pocket. Medicaid pays for care services in assisted living in many states through waiver programs, but it does not pay the rent. A VA pension called Aid and Attendance can add money each month for veterans who need help with daily tasks. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost.