The Lake Merritt

1800 Madison Street, Oakland, CA 94612
Independent Living

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Last updated Oct 24, 2026

About The Lake Merritt

The Lake Merritt is an Independent Living community in the Oakland area.

Nestled in the vibrant city of Oakland, California, The Lake Merritt is a large independent living community that offers a comprehensive range of care and medical services designed to cater to the unique needs of its residents. With its exceptional amenities and affordable pricing, this community provides a warm and welcoming environment for seniors to enjoy a fulfilling and enriching lifestyle.

At The Lake Merritt, residents can expect top-notch care services that include meal preparation and service, medication management, assistance with dressing, and support with activities of daily living. The community also emphasizes mental wellness by offering specialized programs and a dedicated memory care unit. Additional services include respite care, hospice care, and a 24-hour call system, ensuring that residents receive the attention and support they need at all times.

Beyond medical and care services, The Lake Merritt also provides an array of non-care services to enhance the lives of its residents. These include housekeeping and linen services, scheduled daily activities, community-sponsored events, and move-in coordination. The community also offers fitness programs, concierge services, and resident-run activities, as well as planned day trips for residents to explore the surrounding area.

The average pricing of The Lake Merritt is $4,595, making it a more affordable option compared to similar properties in Oakland, which average around $5,500. In addition to its competitive pricing, the community is conveniently located near essential establishments and services. Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center is just 1.3 miles away, ensuring easy access to medical care. Additionally, the nearby Walgreens pharmacy, located only 0.5 miles away, allows for convenient prescription pick-ups and other necessities.

Residents seeking spiritual nourishment can visit the Bay Area Chinese Bible Church, located 8.2 miles away, while those looking for dining and entertainment options can explore Jack London Square, situated just 1.0 mile away. For a more leisurely experience, Sightglass Coffee, a popular cafe in the area, is located 8.2 miles from the community.

Overall, The Lake Merritt offers a nurturing and supportive environment for seniors in Oakland, California. With its wide range of care and medical services, engaging activities, and convenient location, residents can enjoy an independent and active lifestyle while receiving the care and assistance they need.


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What families are saying

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Reviews of Artis Senior Living of Mason are overwhelmingly positive, highlighting its caring staff, home-like atmosphere, cleanliness, safety, and specialized memory-care environment. Families frequently say residents are treated like family with dignity, compassion, and individualized attention. Many appreciate the secure outdoor spaces, freedom to walk, engaging daily activities, live entertainment, parties, crafts, music, games, exercise, and opportunities for family involvement. The Life Enrichment team, particularly Stephanie and her staff, receives repeated praise for creating meaningful and stimulating programs. Families also commend the care partners, nurses, administrators, housekeeping, kitchen staff, and leadership for being attentive, responsive, and communicative. Several reviewers note that staff turnover appears low, which provides consistency and reassurance. The facility is often described as clean, welcoming, well-maintained, and thoughtfully designed with neighborhood-style living areas. Food is generally praised, with staff reportedly willing to accommodate preferences and portion requests. Volunteers, performers, healthcare professionals, and visitors also describe the community as respectful, organized, and unusually warm. Many families say their loved ones became happier, safer, more socially engaged, and better cared for after moving to Artis. Numerous reviewers strongly recommend the community. However, a minority of reviews raise serious concerns. Complaints include poor management, employee conflict, inadequate personal care, high or unclear charges, limited outings, an aging building, and restrictions on family dining or visiting. One reviewer alleged a scabies outbreak and criticized management’s response, while another reported concerns about guardianship-related visitation restrictions. A few felt the environment was gloomy or that Artis was unsuitable for residents needing less intensive care. Overall, the reviews strongly favor Artis, while emphasizing the importance of evaluating fit, costs, communication, and current management personally.
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Seniorly Neighborhood Insights for Oakland, CA (94612)

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Total population: 16,898

36% of population is 50+ years old, 21% is 65+ years old
The poverty rate is 11% higher for this region compared to the California state average, which is 12%

Diversity

26% of population identify themselves as Black, 27% as Asian, 10% as Hispanic, and 34% as White

Amenities at The Lake Merritt

  • Furnished
  • Emergency Alert System
  • Transportation & parking
  • Move-in coordination
  • Concierge
  • Meal preparation and service
  • Community-sponsored activities
    Book club, Bible study group, Current events club, Happy hour, Cooking classes, Live dance or theater performances, Holiday parties, Dances, Art classes, Trivia games, Live well programs, Has birthday parties, Wine tasting, Has cooking club, Walking club, Has garden club
  • Pet-friendly
    Dogs, Cats
  • Faith Based
    Christian services, Protestant services, Jewish services, Catholic services, Other religious services, Devotional activities on site, Devotional activities offsite
  • Special dietary restrictions
    Pureed meals, Low / No Sodium

Care offered at The Lake Merritt

Care services

  • Activities of daily living assistance
  • Medication management
  • Assistance with bathing

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