Occupancy rate
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6% lower than California average
California average: 73%
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Assisted Living in Alameda County
El Cerrito Royale
Assisted Living in Alameda County
El Cerrito Royale
Overview of El Cerrito Royale
Live a blissful retirement with El Cerrito Royale, an outstanding community set in the serene residential area of El Cerrito, CA, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. With its dedication to residents’ welfare, the community provides top-tier care and assistance from a compassionate and highly trained team attending to their needs around the clock. Keep peace of mind with the community helping with day-to-day activities. As a family-owned and operated community, residents can rest assured of receiving the utmost care and attention they deserve.
Here, residents are encouraged to remain active and interact with friends with a well-thought-out calendar of fun activities and engaging programs. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delightful and nutritious meals that satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Emergency call systems, medication management, and transportation services are also provided for residents’ comfort and convenience. The community is ideal for those who need additional care to spend their golden years with ease.
Sonja Givens-Thomas serves as the Executive Director at El Cerrito Royale, bringing 23 years of dedicated service. She leads a warm, caring community where residents, staff, and families share a strong bond. Under her leadership, the community fosters a family-like atmosphere and continuity of care that residents appreciate daily.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
145
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
68.3%
Residents per day
99
Occupancy rate
68.3%
Residents per day
99
145-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
23 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 86 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Occupancy
6% lower than California average
Occupied beds
99 / 145
Average residents
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJune 4, 2002
CountyCONTRA COSTA
License Number075600575
El Cerrito Royale is legally operated by Berg Senior Services, Llc..
Respite Care
Nursing Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
24 Hour Professional Staff
Spacious
Cheerful Private Suites
Three Delicious Chef Prepared Meals & Tasty Snacks Daily
Concierge
Daily Fitness
Wellness & Social Programs
Weekly Professional Or Community Entertainment
Full Housekeeping & Linen Service
Weekly Personal Laundry
Emergency Call System In Every Suite
Utilities
Excluding Personal Telephone & Cable
Comfortable Transportation For Medical Appointments
Shopping And Planned Outings
Hair Salon And Manicurist
Customized Laundry And Dry Cleaning
Monthly On-Site Podiatrist
Medical Professional And Hearing Specialist Visits
Medication Management
We Care Personalized Care Program
ActivitiesDaily fitness, wellness & social programs; weekly professional or community entertainment.
Specific ProgramsAssisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care, Daily fitness, wellness & social programs, Weekly professional or community entertainment.
Food DescriptionThree delicious chef prepared meals & tasty snacks daily.
Meals IncludedYes
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Suite / 1 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Types of Care at El Cerrito Royale
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Respite Care
Inspection History
In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.
8 visits
California average: 16 visits
Breakdown by visit type
6 total complaint visits
2 other visits
Other visits include regulatory visits that are not routine inspections or complaint investigations, such as administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, or licensing-related visits.
California average
13 total complaint visits
7 other visits
Show Inspection Reports
5 complaint investigations
Inspections conducted in response to complaints filed by residents, families, staff, or others about possible problems at the facility.
Investigations can have many visits.
California average: 10 complaint investigations
5 official inspections
Routine inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state care and safety standards.
California average: 4 official inspections
2 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 10 citations
1 serious citation
A violation that poses an immediate risk to resident health or safety, or represents a substantial failure to comply with licensing requirements.
California average: 3 serious citations
1 moderate citation
A violation that does not pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety but requires correction to remain in compliance.
California average: 4 moderate citations
Latest inspection
Date
May 30, 2025
Annual Inspection
2 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 8 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for El Cerrito Royale
Most inspections found no deficiencies, reflecting a generally clean and well-maintained facility with proper safety measures and infection control practices. Several complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, including allegations about visitation restrictions and supervision concerns. However, two complaint investigations were substantiated: one in January 2025 found the facility issued an unlawful eviction notice lacking required details, and another in May 2025 identified inadequate staff supervision that allowed a resident to leave unassisted. The most recent report from May 30, 2025, included this deficiency related to staffing but otherwise noted the facility was clean and safe. There is no clear pattern of worsening or improving conditions, though the facility has addressed safety and supervision issues as they arose.
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El Cerrito Royale
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RC
Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.
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6
No
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