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El Cerrito Royale
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · El Cerrito, CA
Exterior view of El Cerrito Royale entrance Facility transport vehicle with staff assisting a resident Common area with seating and a piano Cozy interior common area with seating and piano Seating area in a landscaped garden Interior view of a common area with decorations A well-furnished resident room with natural lighting Interior common area with bingo setup and decorations Resident joyfully interacting with staff by a facility vehicle Staff assisting a resident at the reception area Resident enjoying a meal in the dining room A chef smiling in front of a green bush Staff member smiling in front of greenery

El Cerrito Royale

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · El Cerrito, CA
6510 Gladys Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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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.

Facility Direct Line (510) 234-5200
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Bed community size
145-bed community Rank #388 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 388th out of 1657 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
24 years in operation Rank #262 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 262nd out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 86 / 100 Rank #267 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 267th out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
68%
Rank #997 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 997th out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
99 / 145
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJune 4, 2002
CountyContra Costa
License Number075600575

Ownership & Operating Entity

El Cerrito Royale is legally operated by Berg Senior Services, Llc., and administered by Sonja Givens.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

24 Hour Professional Staff
Spacious
Cheerful Private Suites
Three Delicious Chef Prepared Meals & Tasty Snacks Daily
Concierge
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
We Care Personalized Care Program
Specific ProgramsDaily fitness, wellness & social programs, Weekly professional or community entertainment

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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.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 2 citations 15 total visits 7 complaint visits 5 official inspections 5 complaint investigations
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.

8 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #461 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 461st out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. Inspection score: 89 out of 100. Letter grade B+. 8 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Official inspections (25% above) 9 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (80% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (67% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% below)
• Citations per year (80% below)
• Citations per inspection (97% below)
• Total visits (6% below)
• Complaint visits (46% below)
• Other visits (57% below)
• Complaint investigations (50% below)
Latest Inspection April 1, 2026

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 210 This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 13 This facility has 67% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 67% better Rank #413 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 413th out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 14 This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 0.42 This facility has 80% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 80% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.13.3 This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 1516 This facility has 6% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (15 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 6% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 713 This facility has 46% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 46% better Rank #719 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 719th out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 37 This facility has 57% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 57% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 510 This facility has 50% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 50% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • March 3, 2026 complaint investigation substantiated residents were locked in rooms without medical authorization, violating personal rights and resulting in one cited deficiency.
  • May 30, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated inadequate supervision causing a resident to leave the facility unassisted, with one related deficiency cited.
  • May 30, 2025 annual inspection found the facility clean, safe, and well-maintained with no deficiencies cited.
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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Suite / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Managed by Sonja Givens-Thomas

Executive Director

23 years of experience

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.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

El Cerrito Royale is located in El Cerrito, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
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Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
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High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about El Cerrito Royale

Who is the owner of El Cerrito Royale?

El Cerrito Royale is legally operated by Berg Senior Services, Llc., and administered by Sonja Givens.

Is El Cerrito Royale in a walkable area?

El Cerrito Royale has a walk score of 86. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at El Cerrito Royale?

El Cerrito Royale's occupancy is 68%.

Who is the administrator of El Cerrito Royale?

Sonja Givens is the administrator of El Cerrito Royale.

How many beds does El Cerrito Royale have?

El Cerrito Royale has 145 beds.

Has El Cerrito Royale had any recent citations?

El Cerrito Royale has had 3 recently reported citations.

Are there photos of El Cerrito Royale?

Yes — there are 13 photos of El Cerrito Royale in the photo gallery on this page.

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