Senior Places

Oakland, California

The Lake Merritt

Independent Living

1800 Madison Street, Oakland, CA 94612

The Lake Merritt in Oakland, California offers independent living for older adults.

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Care & support

Daily Care Services

7 services
  • Medication management
  • Bathing & dressing assistance
  • 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living (ADL) assistance
  • Mobility assistance
  • Non-ambulatory care
  • Wheelchair accessible

Specialized Care

2 services
  • Hospice agency partnership
  • Cognitive learning center

Daily life & programs

Spaces & services

Amenities

22 features
  • Furnished units
  • Emergency call system
  • Pet Friendly
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable TV
  • Kitchenette
  • Air conditioning
  • Wi-Fi / Internet
  • Spa services
  • Beauty salon / Barber
  • Swimming pool / Hot tub
  • Game room / Billiards
  • Fireplace / Common fireplace
  • Movie theater / Media room
  • Piano / Music room
  • Activity room
  • Art studio / Craft room
  • Library / Reading room
  • Fitness center / Gym
  • Housekeeping Included
  • Laundry service / Dry cleaning
  • Café / Bistro

Outdoor Spaces

4 features
  • Walking paths
  • Garden / Courtyard
  • Outdoor common space
  • BBQ / Grill area

Dining Options

7 features
  • Room service
  • All-day / Flexible meal times
  • Accommodates special diets
  • Professional chef
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Vegetarian/Vegan Options
  • International cuisine

Transportation

2 features
  • Scheduled transportation
  • Personal Vehicle Parking

Family & Visitors

2 features
  • Family support services
  • Guest meals available

Community Services

3 features
  • Move-in coordination
  • Concierge services
  • Grocery shopping & errands

Reviews

Online reputation

4.7

Averaged from 21 reviews published on other websites

AI review summary

A beautiful, well-located building with a strong sense of community, but families should verify current care services and management stability before committing.

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What reviewers praise
  • Atmosphere & grounds — Reviewers consistently praise the striking Art Deco building and spectacular views over Lake Merritt.
  • Staff & care — Staff and health aides are repeatedly described as nice, attentive, and among the friendliest residents will meet.
  • Dining — The dining room is a standout feature, offering restaurant-style menus with lake views and open to the public as well as residents.
  • Activities — Families note a lively, intellectually engaged community with access to nearby restaurants and an interesting, progressive resident base.
Worth asking about
  • Daily life & dignity — One reviewer felt common spaces for socializing were limited, making daily life feel somewhat lonely.
  • Financial transparency — Pricing is noted as high by at least one reviewer, so families should confirm current costs and what is included.
  • Communication — Reports of recent management changes affecting core services suggest families should directly ask about the current operating model and future plans for care levels.
  • Cleanliness & maintenance — Some accounts mention maintenance issues like leaky windows and heating problems, worth confirming on a tour.

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