Pacifica Senior Living Merced
The state lists 5 state inspections, 29 complaint visits, 28 citations, 14 substantiated allegations; last visit 2026-09-21. Listing last updated 2026-11-07.
Public record summary
About this facility — Pacifica Senior Living Merced
Pacifica Senior Living Merced is a licensed assisted living community in Merced, California. It is licensed for 93 beds — well above the median for assisted living communities in California (6 beds).
It is one of 27 senior care facilities in Merced and 8,982 assisted living communities across California. Families comparing options should weigh inspection history, ownership record, and litigation — not just the tour — before deciding.
This listing draws on the federal NPI registry (NPPES), and was last updated on November 7, 2026. Background reports are compiled from primary sources — state inspection files, federal CMS data, corporate registrations, and court records — at the time of order.
Facility background
State inspection record
The state lists 5 state inspections, 29 complaint visits, 28 citations, 14 substantiated allegations. 8 are Type A. License status: Licensed.
License notes from the state: 93 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WICH 10 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN ON THE FIRST FLOOR ONLY. HOSPICE WAIVER WITH TOTAL CARE FOR 24. NEW MANAGEMENT COMPANY NORTHSTAR SENIOR LIVING MANAGEMENT LLC EFFECTIVE 4/22/26.
Complaints (20)
| State visit | Allegation outcomes | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 04/29/2026 | 1 substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated | 1 Type B |
| 04/29/2026 | 3 unsubstantiated | None |
| 04/09/2026 | 3 unsubstantiated, 1 unfounded | None |
| 12/10/2025 | 1 substantiated, 4 unsubstantiated | 1 Type B |
| 11/20/2025 | 1 substantiated | 1 Type B |
| 08/18/2025 | 4 unsubstantiated | None |
| 06/27/2025 | 1 unsubstantiated | None |
| 04/17/2025 | 1 unsubstantiated | None |
| 03/12/2025 | 1 substantiated | 1 Type B |
| 11/26/2024 | 1 substantiated | 1 Type A |
| 03/20/2024 | 5 substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated | 2 Type A, 3 Type B |
| 05/03/2023 | 2 unsubstantiated, 1 unfounded | None |
| 03/09/2023 | 1 unsubstantiated | None |
| 03/02/2023 | 2 substantiated, 4 unsubstantiated, 1 unfounded | 1 Type A, 1 Type B |
| 04/20/2022 | 1 unsubstantiated | None |
| 04/20/2022 | 1 unfounded | None |
| 04/20/2022 | 4 unsubstantiated | None |
| 04/20/2022 | 4 unsubstantiated | None |
| 04/20/2022 | 2 substantiated, 4 unsubstantiated, 1 unfounded | 1 Type A |
| 12/28/2021 | 1 unsubstantiated, 1 unfounded | None |
Inspections (5)
| Date |
|---|
| 04/29/2026 |
| 04/17/2025 |
| 04/23/2024 |
| 05/04/2023 |
| 04/26/2022 |
Source: California Community Care Licensing, facility 247206921, read 2026-11-07. Type A citations involve immediate risk to residents; Type B citations could become one. Substantiated means the state found the allegation valid. See the state's record.
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Who to contact in California
- Licensing: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, Adult and Senior Care Program · Look up a license
- File a complaint: 844-538-8766 · Online
- Long-Term Care Ombudsman: 800-231-4024. A free advocate for residents and families.
- Adult Protective Services: 833-401-0832. Some states send facility cases to licensing instead. In an emergency, call 911.
- Eldercare Locator: 800-677-1116, a federal service for local aging help.
Nearest emergency hospitals
- Mercy Medical Center, about 1.5 miles. CMS rating 3 of 5.
- Emanuel Medical Center, about 23 miles. CMS rating 2 of 5.
- Memorial Hospital Los Banos, about 27 miles. CMS rating 3 of 5.
Nearby facilities with inspection records
- Courtyard At Merced, Merced, less than 0.1 miles. 34 state visits on record.
- Luares Home Care, Merced, about 0.5 miles. 0 state visits on record.
- Kazlin Infinite Care, Merced, about 0.5 miles. 7 state visits on record.
- Franciscan Post-acute Care Center, Merced, about 0.6 miles. CMS rating 4 of 5.
- A Golden Care, Merced, about 0.7 miles. 4 state visits on record.