Burkar Chonden
Jul 2026
The staff was caring, attentive, and professional. The facility was clean, and my loved one received excellent care. I'm grateful for the compassion and support they provided.
1 / 3Quick Facts
- Total units
- 36
- Medicare rating
- 2 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 36
- Inspections
- View history (34 citations)
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Berkeley Pines Care Center is a small skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Berkeley with a 3.7 out of 5 rating from just 6 Google reviews. The one review text available praises attentive, professional staff and a clean environment, but the overall review volume is too limited to draw broader conclusions.
The Good
- Staff described as caring and attentive
- Facility described as clean
- One reviewer reported excellent care for loved one
The Bad
- Only a handful of reviews available to assess consistency
- No published pricing information
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Berkeley Pines Care Center is a senior living community in Berkeley, California offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Housekeeping, Emergency Call System and Wheelchair Accessible. Families rate it 3.7 out of 5 across 6 reviews.
About Berkeley Pines Care Center
Berkeley Pines Care Center is a skilled nursing / long term care community in Berkeley, California. The community is licensed for up to 36 residents.
Families rate Berkeley Pines Care Center 3.7 out of 5 based on 6 Google reviews.
Contact the community directly to ask about availability, pricing, and tours, or browse the photos and reviews here to see if it could be the right fit for your family.
Types of Care at Berkeley Pines Care Center
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Wheelchair Accessible
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Housekeeping
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Berkeley Pines Care Center
3.7overall · 6 ratings combined
3.7★ on Google (6)
Government Inspection History
3 inspection visits in the last three years, 34 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Mar 14, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard20 citations
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 9, 2024
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 F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 9, 2024
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 9, 2024
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 F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 9, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 9, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 9, 2024
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 9, 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 Apr 17, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 9, 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 Apr 9, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 9, 2024
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 9, 2024
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 9, 2024
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 17, 2024
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 17, 2024
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 Apr 9, 2024
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 17, 2024
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 9, 2024
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 17, 2024
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 17, 2024
May 12, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard7 citations
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 May 18, 2022
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 May 18, 2022
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 1, 2022
Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 1, 2022
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 18, 2022
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 1, 2022
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 1, 2022
Sep 13, 2019Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard7 citations
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 Oct 13, 2019
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 13, 2019
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 13, 2019
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 D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 13, 2019
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 20, 2019
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 20, 2019
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 20, 2019
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Berkeley Pines Care Center offer?
Berkeley Pines Care Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Berkeley Pines Care Center located?
Berkeley Pines Care Center is located at 2223 Ashby Avenue in Berkeley, California.
What do families say about Berkeley Pines Care Center?
Berkeley Pines Care Center is a small skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Berkeley with a 3.7 out of 5 rating from just 6 Google reviews. The one review text available praises attentive, professional staff and a clean environment, but the overall review volume is too limited to draw broader conclusions.
How did Berkeley Pines Care Center do on recent health and safety inspections?
Berkeley Pines Care Center had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 34 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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