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Elmwood Nursing Rehabilitation Hospital

2829 Shattuck Avenue

2(53 ratings)· Berkeley average: 3.9

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Quick Facts

Total units
74
Medicare rating
2 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Individual
Certified beds
74
Hospital Proximity
Minutes from Alta Bates Summit and Kaiser Oakland
Facility History
Operating for over 45 years in Berkeley

What Families Think

Elmwood Care Center is a long-standing skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Berkeley with over 45 years of history, but no individual reviews were provided to describe firsthand family experiences. The community's overall Google rating is notably low, which is worth investigating further before making a decision.

The Good

  • Over 45 years of skilled nursing experience
  • Care plans coordinated directly with physicians
  • Located minutes from two major hospitals
  • Recently remodeled indoor and outdoor spaces

The Bad

  • Very low overall Google rating (2.1 stars, 53 reviews)
  • No published pricing information available
  • No detailed family reviews provided to verify care quality

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Elmwood Nursing Rehabilitation Hospital is a senior living community in Berkeley, California offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Housekeeping and Laundry Service. Families rate it 2.0 out of 5 across 53 reviews.

About Elmwood Nursing Rehabilitation Hospital

Elmwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a 77-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Berkeley, California. The center has been providing specialized therapy services and skilled nursing care for over 45 years in a calming and quiet environment.

The facility offers personalized plans of care developed in coordination with physicians to provide nursing and rehabilitation services. This care is designed to help patients transition from the hospital to home through responsive, courteous, and gentle care.

Elmwood is situated within minutes of Alta Bates Summit Medical Center and Kaiser Oakland, providing convenient access to major medical centers. The recently remodeled facility features peaceful and beautiful environments both indoors and outdoors.

Types of Care at Elmwood Nursing Rehabilitation Hospital

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security

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Reviews of Elmwood Nursing Rehabilitation Hospital

2overall · 53 ratings combined

2★ on Google (53)

Ramona Wilkins

Aug 2026

via Google

Patients here can’t get the help they always need. They list shower days but they don’t happen, medicine is missed and/or forgotten. Some staff are extremely helpful and nice and others acts as if they don’t want to be there but they chose that job the patients didn’t. Doctors are non-existent most of time and trying to get a straight answer from anyone is difficult. They are however very concerned with their liability and that seems to be the extent of it. If you don’t have send someone here find a better place if you can, however most operate just as they do. Sad business unfortunately.

Heather O

May 2026

via Google

I'm surprised it's still open. Seriously under staffed. Holes in the ceilings.

Carter West

Dec 2025

via Google

I'll bet there are plenty of people that find themselves in my predicament. I'm middle aged plus, a couch potato, & too casual about activity & health. In October a condition rendered me bed ridden for 2 weeks. To my surprise I had muscle atrophy & found myself unable to stand. I called the Berkeley Fire Department who took me to Alta Bates. After a few days of steroids etc the doctor advised me to get help from a skilled nursing facility & gave me a long list of places. After consulting hospital staff, friends, & and attorney friend I decided on Elmwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Berkeley. That afternoon I was medically transported to Elmwood & placed in a room.<br>I spent the night wondering "what has happened to me? why am I unable to stand up?"<br>I was assessed within 12 hours by 2 very knowledgeable & positive staff members.<br>The next day I met the full staff: Shanni, Charlie, Regina, Melanie & Jyoti AKA "The Fab Five Of Physical Therapy". I immediately began a daily routine of upper & lower body exercises, strength training, stretching, sit to stand, & walking.<br>Under the staffs care my condition, confidence & outlook have greatly improved.<br>I'm also impressed with their no guilt attitude, their team approach & their willingness to give opinions based on their own experiences. Also despite their heavy caseload, they find time to give extra attention to persons like myself that are nearing the end of their therapy sessions.<br>In conclusion, I came to Elmwood Rehabilitation on a stretcher unable to stand or walk & l'm leaving on my own 2 feet.

Princess johnson

Jul 2025

via Google

This place is as bad as the reviews. My Aunt was admitted here a couple of days ago. It’s a severe problem getting assistance to the point that we have to call staff on the phone. I’ve witnessed limited staff, it’s a shortage or the staff are hiding. Not a place for a full care patient if no one is available to provide care. I will be filling complaints across the board starting with Kaiser.

Nature Boy

May 2025

via Google

This past Christmas Holiday/New Year's<br>They Released Everyone With A Darker Skin Tone In There Kitchen To Start Off 2025

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Government Inspection History

11 inspection visits in the last three years, 74 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Apr 22, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 10, 2026

Feb 18, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 1, 2026

Jan 7, 2026Health Complaint2 citations
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 23, 2026

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 23, 2026

Nov 25, 2025Health Complaint2 citations
  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 30, 2025

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 30, 2025

Sep 18, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 15, 2025

Jun 6, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 25, 2025

Dec 5, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 9, 2025

Jul 18, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard17 citations
  • 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 Sep 1, 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 Sep 1, 2024

  • Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 13, 2024

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 13, 2024

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 13, 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 Aug 13, 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 Sep 1, 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 E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 1, 2024

  • Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 1, 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 Sep 1, 2024

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 13, 2024

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 13, 2024

  • 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, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 1, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 1, 2024

  • Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 13, 2024

  • Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 1, 2024

Mar 6, 2024Fire Safety Complaint5 citations
  • Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 31, 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, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 31, 2024

  • Use approved construction type or materials.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 31, 2024

  • Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 31, 2024

  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 31, 2024

Jul 28, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard23 citations
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 10, 2022

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 22, 2022

  • 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 10, 2022

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2022

  • Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2022

  • Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2022

  • Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2022

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2022

  • Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 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 Oct 10, 2022

  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 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 Oct 10, 2022

  • Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 10, 2022

  • List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2022

  • Provide emergency officials' contact information.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2022

  • Provide primary/alternate means for communication.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2022

  • Use approved construction type or materials.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2022

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2022

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2022

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2022

  • 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 Aug 22, 2022

  • Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2022

  • Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 10, 2022

Dec 12, 2019Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard20 citations
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 12, 2020

  • 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 Jan 12, 2020

  • Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2020

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 12, 2020

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 12, 2020

  • Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2020

  • Provide emergency officials' contact information.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2020

  • Establish staff and initial training requirements.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2020

  • Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2020

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2020

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2020

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2020

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2020

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 12, 2020

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 12, 2020

  • Use approved construction type or materials.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2020

  • Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2020

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 4, 2020

  • Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 12, 2020

  • Post nurse staffing information every day.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 12, 2020

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 Elmwood Nursing Rehabilitation Hospital offer?

Elmwood Nursing Rehabilitation Hospital offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Elmwood Nursing Rehabilitation Hospital located?

Elmwood Nursing Rehabilitation Hospital is located at 2829 Shattuck Avenue in Berkeley, California.

What do families say about Elmwood Nursing Rehabilitation Hospital?

Elmwood Care Center is a long-standing skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Berkeley with over 45 years of history, but no individual reviews were provided to describe firsthand family experiences. The community's overall Google rating is notably low, which is worth investigating further before making a decision.

How did Elmwood Nursing Rehabilitation Hospital do on recent health and safety inspections?

Elmwood Nursing Rehabilitation Hospital had 11 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 74 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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