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Pacifica Senior Living Merced

3420 R St

Merced, CA 95348

93 beds • Est. 2015 (10 years)


FYI Safety Score

1.1 Poor

A concerning record — 9 recent citations and 29 older and 19 substantiated complaints across 59 inspections. We strongly recommend reviewing the full state record. Last inspected in December 2025.

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Why we like it

Pacifica Senior Living Merced is a 93-bed assisted living community in Merced, part of the Pacifica Senior Living chain. Located in the Central Valley, the community serves a largely agricultural region with limited senior living options.

The facility's inspection history is among the worst in the state, and families should approach with extreme caution.

  • One of few options in Merced

    Merced has limited assisted living choices for larger communities, making Pacifica one of the few options for families who need to stay local.

  • Chain operator resources

    As part of the Pacifica Senior Living chain, the community has access to corporate support, standardized training, and established care protocols.

  • Alarming safety record

    A safety score of 1.1 is nearly the lowest possible, reflecting a severe and sustained pattern of serious inspection citations and complaints.

  • Demand full transparency

    With a score this low, families must request the complete state inspection history and ask management to account for every finding before considering placement.

  • Explore all alternatives

    Even with limited options in Merced, a score of 1.1 should give any family pause. Consider communities in nearby Fresno or Modesto if geography allows.


Pricing

Assisted Living

1 Bedroom$3,200/mo
2 Bedroom$3,750/mo
Studio$3,850/mo

Memory Care

Shared Room$3,895/mo

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Where you'll live

3420 R St, Merced, CA 95348

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Medication Management
Memory Care Program
Respite Care
Dining
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activities Program
Library
Garden
Pet Friendly

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
247206921
Capacity
93 beds
Size
Large Community (50+ beds)
Licensed Since
April 27, 2015 (10 years)
Licensee
Northstar Senior Living Inc
Administrator
Lisa Baricevic
ALW Participant
No
Phone
(209) 580-6124
Address
3420 R St, Merced, CA 95348

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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