4.3(58 ratings)· Oakland average: 4.4
Part of NorthStar Senior Living · 23 communities · 4.6★ average
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Families describe Lake Park Senior Living as a polished, hotel-like community in Oakland with lake views, a caring staff, and a smooth transition from independent to assisted living. Reviewers consistently praise the sales team, cleanliness, food quality, and staff's ability to adapt care as residents' needs increase.
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Lake Park Senior Living is a senior living community in Oakland, California offering Assisted Living and Independent Living. Amenities include Guest Meals, Restaurant style Dining Room and Outdoor Patio. Families rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 58 reviews.
Lake Park Senior Living is an assisted living community in Oakland, California, with a licensed capacity of 275 residents. The community also offers independent living options and occupies a beautifully remodeled apartment building with views of Lake Merritt.
Families consistently praise the physical environment, spacious apartments, and the welcoming atmosphere staff create. The dining program stands out, one family noted the food is "delicious," while another described it as "gourmet", and residents' relatives often join them for meals. Staff are described as genuinely attentive and caring; one family wrote that employees "went out of their way" to meet a resident's complex physical, mental, and emotional needs. Many seniors arrive knowing residents by name, contributing to a community feel that families recognize as intentionally built rather than accidental.
Activities and amenities are regularly mentioned as plentiful, and the sales and customer service approach is noted as knowledgeable and patient. The community maintains a 4.3-star Google rating across 58 reviews, reflecting strong family satisfaction with both the facility's appearance and the care provided.
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Vera Scott
Nov 2025
Very enjoyable experience. The Community Rep was very knowledgeable and showed us lovely apartments and the layout of the facility. Amenities, services, cost and activities were thoroughly explained. I am looking forward to making this my new home/
Brook Bernier 801.604.1895
Oct 2025
I came in from out of town this weekend to visit a dear friend here, I parked my car on the street, and as I was locking up, an employee let me know the street sweepers were coming by (every Thursday) and I’d get an $80-90 ticket if I parked there. No signs anywhere, except the opposite side of a light pole on the one way street. 🙄. Another employee called the front desk to open the gate to the parking lot so I could park there instead. They were so helpful! The facility was bright, windows were open, staff was friendly, I sat on the roof top in the rose garden, was able to bring my friend’s dogs for a visit, and thoroughly enjoyed my time there. It was sparkling clean, residents had access to outdoor spaces with amazing views of the lake, downtown and Oakland Hills. Great experience!
AP King
Sep 2025
Lake Park is a beautiful apartment building that looks like a hotel at first glance. Apartments are spacious.. More importantly the people are really nice. They have done an excellent job creating a community atmosphere … Many seniors knew my mothers name before she even moved in. And then there is Miss Sabrina Johnson on the sales team.. she knew I really wanted my mother there and worked with my family to find a way. This lady is the most professional and kindhearted. She really listened to me and my mom - and followed up in a way that made us feel like we were the priority. My initial experience cannot have been better.
Kate Collins
Jul 2025
Our sister-in-law lived at Lake Park for approximately 10 months. We found the facility absolutely wonderful in meeting Her needs which were many. Sadly, in her later years, she became very difficult and the staff at Lake Park went out of their way to provide for her physical, mental, emotional needs. The facility is beautiful with Many activities. The food is gourmet. I would love to live at Lake Park.
Maria Dudley
Aug 2024
I cannot express how much I love Lake Park for my mom. She was in independent living and now she is an assisted living apartment and both are wonderful. It is beautifully remodeled, and my mom immediately loved it when she came into the lobby. The views of Lake Merritt are what everyone in Oakland wishes they could have. The food is delicious and I frequently eat with my mom. But most importantly, the staff is caring and wonderful and as my mom has needed more help, they can step in and make adjustments. Kirsten, the new Director is absolutely terrific. She is warm, friendly, competent and exactly the person you want to be running a senior living residence. I cannot highly recommend this enough! at one point I was considering memory care for my mom, but this place does exactly the same thing, but better.
6 inspection visits in the last three years, 50 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 11, 2026
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 3, 2026
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 3, 2026
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 21, 2024
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 13, 2024
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 20, 2024
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 20, 2024
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 21, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 14, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 13, 2024
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 21, 2024
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 13, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity L of L: immediate jeopardy, widespreadCorrected Jan 18, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 22, 2023
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 22, 2023
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 22, 2023
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 22, 2023
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 22, 2023
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 17, 2023
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 17, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 17, 2023
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 22, 2023
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 17, 2023
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 22, 2023
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 22, 2023
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 17, 2023
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 17, 2023
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 17, 2023
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 22, 2023
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 25, 2023
Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 30, 2022
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 1, 2022
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 1, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 1, 2022
Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 1, 2022
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 1, 2022
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2022
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2022
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2022
Establish methods for sharing information.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2022
Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2022
Provide family notifications of emergency plan.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2022
Use approved construction type or materials.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2022
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2022
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2022
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 1, 2022
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Lake Park Senior Living offers Assisted Living and Independent Living.
Lake Park Senior Living is located at 1850 Alice Street in Oakland, California.
Families describe Lake Park Senior Living as a polished, hotel-like community in Oakland with lake views, a caring staff, and a smooth transition from independent to assisted living. Reviewers consistently praise the sales team, cleanliness, food quality, and staff's ability to adapt care as residents' needs increase.
Lake Park Senior Living had 6 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 50 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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