Pacifica Senior Living Merced sits in Merced, California, and has a warm, home-like feeling with several choices for older adults, whether someone needs a little help each day or more focused care for memory loss or medical problems. The Craftsman-style building stands out with a turret and a covered entrance with white pillars and benches, and it's got walkways and green landscaping that make the outdoors welcoming for taking a stroll or sitting with friends. Inside, the décor feels cozy and stylish, with fireplaces, comfortable chairs, tasteful artwork, and soft lighting in common areas. Memory Care spaces have special touches, like a coffee bar, elegant staircase, and sitting areas with big windows and lots of natural light. The studio rooms in Memory Care feel safe, with big windows and simple comfort for those who live there.
The dining rooms look a bit different for each type of care, with an elegant room for Memory Care that's both cheerful and stylish, and restaurant-style dining and comfy seats for those in Assisted Living, so meals often feel like a special occasion. There are well-lit hallways, handrails for safety, elevators for easy access, and artwork on the walls to brighten the building. Pacifica Senior Living Merced has indoor and outdoor spaces for relaxing, a fitness area, coffee bars, and courtyards where residents can socialize or enjoy quiet time. Every resident has choices between studio, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom apartments, all with traditional furnishings and thoughtful amenities to make it easier to live independently or with help.
The staff are known for being welcoming, helpful, and attentive. Nurses and caregivers support residents 24/7, and they tailor care to each person's needs, including for memory impairment, Alzheimer's, dementia, and chronic medical issues like diabetes or stroke. Memory Care uses unique programs and fewer hallways, so residents don't get confused, and special activities help keep minds active. There's also a DayOut Adult Day Health Care option where seniors can get hot meals, therapy, nursing, and social services, with transportation provided during the week. For those who need a short stay after surgery or if a caregiver takes a break, respite care is available, as well as hospice services.
Residents get help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, and there are housekeeping and transportation services. The community doesn't allow indoor smoking, welcomes pets, and offers vegetarian meals. Activities happen daily, from social and recreation programs to entertainment and devotional services, to help people stay connected and engaged. Residents can use onsite beauty services and take part in group or individual activities. Pacifica Senior Living Merced has a relaxed Californian lifestyle, and while things look elegant, the real focus is making everyone feel safe and comfortable. The building is kept clean, even at the back doors, and the facility stays open all day and night to help when needed. A dedicated shuttle helps residents get around town, and the goal is always to support health, happiness, and independence, whatever level of care a resident might want.
People often ask...
Pacifica Senior Living Merced offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $5,094 per month.
Pacifica Senior Living Merced offers assisted living and memory care.
There are 19 photos of Pacifica Senior Living Merced on Mirador.
The full address for this community is 3420 R St, Merced, CA, 95348.
Yes, Pacifica Senior Living Merced offers respite care.
Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
State of California Inspection Reports
50
Inspections
16
Type A Citations
22
Type B Citations
6
Years of reports
04 Sept 2024
04 Sept 2024
Inspection found facility in compliance with regulations, with all areas clean, well-maintained, and properly equipped. No deficiencies were identified during the visit.
23 Apr 2024
23 Apr 2024
Confirmed deficiencies related to expired medication and improper storage of supplies during the annual inspection conducted by the Licensing Program Analyst.
§ 87465(i)
§ 87303(f)(3)
20 Mar 2024
20 Mar 2024
Confirmed multiple allegations of neglect, including delayed response times to resident calls for assistance, missed medications, and failure to follow care plans.
§ 87468.2(a)(4)
§ 87464(d)
§ 87457(a)(3)
§ 87411(a)
§ 87465(a)
28 Dec 2023
28 Dec 2023
Conducted an inspection, found no deficiencies, requested additional information on a specific incident.
11 Oct 2023
11 Oct 2023
Found no deficiencies during the inspection. All areas of the facility met required standards for safety, cleanliness, and resident care.
04 May 2023
04 May 2023
Confirmed deficiencies were found during the inspection, including cleanliness issues in common areas and resident bedrooms, as well as inadequate recordkeeping for disaster drills.
§ 1569.695(c)
§ 87309(a)
§ 87303(e)(5)
§ 87303(a)
03 May 2023
03 May 2023
Identified deficiencies in signal system devices in resident rooms and bathrooms, requiring corrective action.
§ 87303
03 May 2023
03 May 2023
Confirmed extended response times and reheating of cooled meals, but found no evidence to substantiate the allegations. Identified lack of authorized representative on record, but determined that facility did not fail to notify authorized representative of the incident.
02 Mar 2023
02 Mar 2023
Confirmed expired foods and insects in resident rooms. Elevator maintenance complaint was unfounded. Fracture and staffing allegations were inconclusive.
§ 80087(a)(1)
§ 87555(b)(8)
29 Sept 2022
29 Sept 2022
Identified incidents prompted follow-up on resident health and safety concerns, including a resident going missing temporarily.
§ 1569.312
29 Sept 2022
29 Sept 2022
Inspection identified deficiencies and required forms to be submitted by a specific deadline.
§ 87309(a)
§ 87303(a)
22 Jul 2022
22 Jul 2022
Investigated and found that residents were able to make and receive calls after the phone line was repaired by the service provider.
26 Apr 2022
26 Apr 2022
Identified deficiencies in various areas of the facility during the inspection.
§ 87303(a)
§ 87309(a)
20 Apr 2022
20 Apr 2022
Determined that the allegation of inadequate staffing to meet resident needs during a COVID-19 outbreak was unfounded, and the complaint was dismissed.
20 Apr 2022
20 Apr 2022
Reviewed allegations of staff behavior, resident falls, soiled residents, and medication theft; found no evidence to support the claims during the visit.
20 Apr 2022
20 Apr 2022
Investigated allegations that the facility was not following COVID-19 protocols were found to be without sufficient evidence to confirm any violations had occurred.
20 Apr 2022
20 Apr 2022
Reviewed allegations of care needs, laundry service, meal temperature, and pests. Care needs and cold meals were substantiated, while pests were unsubstantiated.
§ 87411(d)(3)
20 Apr 2022
20 Apr 2022
Found no deficiencies during the visit but requested records related to a resident's death to be submitted by a certain date.
20 Apr 2022
20 Apr 2022
Investigated allegations concerning improper repositioning of bedridden residents, untimely assistance with incontinence needs, and roach presence; found insufficient evidence to support these claims.
08 Feb 2022
08 Feb 2022
Identified issues and concerns with various aspects of facility operation were discussed in an informal office meeting with the Licensee Representative, Regional Manager, and licensing staff.
02 Feb 2022
02 Feb 2022
Reviewed unannounced visit findings, including a resident going AWOL and missing briefly before being found and returned to the facility.
§ 87211
§ 1569.312
28 Dec 2021
28 Dec 2021
Confirmed allegations of a resident going AWOL on a specific date, prompting the need for an update to their Needs and Services report.
28 Dec 2021
28 Dec 2021
Investigated an allegation of residents with pressure injuries, but found it to be unfounded. Also investigated an allegation of staff not keeping the facility odor-free, but it was unsubstantiated.
11 Oct 2021
11 Oct 2021
Inspection identified COVID-19 safety measures in place and sufficient supplies. Incident involving a resident being hit by a branch was followed up on. Deficiencies were cited and corrective actions required.
§ 87303(a)
§ 87412(a)(2)
01 Oct 2021
01 Oct 2021
Confirmed lack of communication with resident's representative and failure to ensure cleanliness of resident's room. Found allegations of staff not following physician's orders, pests in resident's room, and lack of medication administration unsubstantiated.
§ 87468.1(a)(8)
§ 87303(a)
09 Aug 2021
09 Aug 2021
Confirmed allegations of not involving the resident in the pre-admission appraisal and not providing appropriate assistance at night after reviewing interviews, observations, and records.
§ 87457(a)
§ 87466
14 Jul 2021
14 Jul 2021
Visited the facility to offer technical assistance and recommended providing residents with personal belongings when transported to the hospital.
14 Jul 2021
14 Jul 2021
Confirmed delayed response times to resident call buttons due to staffing shortages.
§ 87411(a)
14 Jul 2021
14 Jul 2021
Reviewed multiple allegations during the visit, including a fall incident and a medication error. One allegation was substantiated while another was unsubstantiated.
§ 87465(c)(2)
23 Jun 2021
23 Jun 2021
Investigated complaint allegations were found to be unfounded and therefore dismissed.
09 Jun 2021
09 Jun 2021
Identified deficiencies during a visit due to a resident going missing from the facility.
§ 1569.312
09 Jun 2021
09 Jun 2021
Confirmed incident of resident going AWOL on two separate occasions resulting in a civil penalty assessment of $500.
§ 1569.312
09 Jun 2021
09 Jun 2021
Confirmed incident involving physical altercation between residents resulting in one resident being transported to hospital for evaluation. No other incidents reported, with staff providing necessary care and attention to residents involved.
26 May 2021
26 May 2021
Reviewed documents related to a reported incident involving a resident's health and safety. Requested and reviewed necessary records from the facility.
26 May 2021
26 May 2021
Investigated incident reports submitted to address health and safety concerns related to a resident. Requested documentation related to resident assessments and agreements from the facility.
05 May 2021
05 May 2021
Identified concerns with the health and safety of residents and requested documentation from the facility.
05 May 2021
05 May 2021
Requested documents and records have been submitted to comply with a follow-up health and safety check on two residents after an Unusual Incident/Injury Report was received by Community Care Licensing.
05 May 2021
05 May 2021
Found deficiencies in incident medical and dental care and assessed a civil penalty for repeated violations.
§ 87465
23 Apr 2021
23 Apr 2021
Confirmed an incident involving a medication error and retraining of staff in response to a health and safety check.
23 Apr 2021
23 Apr 2021
Requested documents and records related to a resident's change of condition and health and safety check following an Unusual Incident/Injury Report received by Community Care Licensing.
25 Mar 2021
25 Mar 2021
Identified medication error resulted in double dosage for resident, a second violation within 12 months leading to a $250 civil penalty.
§ 87465
04 Mar 2021
04 Mar 2021
Confirmed an allegation of not meeting personal rights of residents during an unannounced deficiencies visit.
§ 87468.1(a)
28 Jan 2021
28 Jan 2021
Concerns were raised and investigated regarding an unusual incident/injury that occurred on a specific date which prompted a follow-up health and safety check of the residents.
17 Nov 2020
17 Nov 2020
Confirmed incorrect dispensing of medications based on records review and interviews.
§ 87465(c)(2)
09 Oct 2020
09 Oct 2020
Found deficiencies in health and safety practices during the inspection.
30 Apr 2020
30 Apr 2020
Found allegations were unfounded after discussion with facility staff, as resident's family chose to move them out and regular staff checks were conducted.
08 Apr 2020
08 Apr 2020
Investigated allegations regarding the facility; determined no sufficient evidence to prove violations occurred. Conducted interviews and records review, and communicated findings via telephone and email.
11 Mar 2020
11 Mar 2020
Reviewed incidents involving two residents on 03/03/20, no deficiencies were found in the resident's records.
21 Jan 2020
21 Jan 2020
Found no deficiencies in relation to an incident involving a resident leaving the facility.
01 Nov 2019
01 Nov 2019
Inspection found no hazards, medications were properly stored and administered, and staff had necessary clearances.
