Occupancy rate
37%
Lower than the California average: 72.8%Elegance Berkeley
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Berkeley, CA
Elegance Berkeley
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Berkeley, CA
Elegance Berkeley prides itself on achieving a safe and secure community for residents to do as they please with assistance with daily living. Residents from different living options offer personalized care that allows them to receive the necessary care they need while promoting an active lifestyle. Elegance Berkeley community encourages residents to feel relaxed and at ease and practice a healthy lifestyle for their well-being.
Residents receive many benefits during their stay; they do not have to worry about housekeeping, laundry, or transportation, as all of these are offered by management to ensure that they are living comfortably and hassle-free.
120-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
3 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 96 / 100
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the California average: 72.8%Occupied beds
44 / 120
Average residents per home in California
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceSeptember 6, 2022
CountyAlameda
Elegance Berkeley is legally operated by Berkeley Ca Operator Llc;san Pablo Comm Healthcare, and administrated by Annemarie E Domizio.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 356 - 413 / 577 - 651 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: 4-storey
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Elegance Berkeley
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Studio
1
356-413 sq. ft
1 Bed
1
577-651 sq. ft
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 2022 · 4 years of data
43 citations
49 total visits
28 complaint visits
3 official inspections
23 complaint investigations
Inspection Scorecard
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 2022 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average
6 Worse
Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (330% above)
• Citations per year (332% above)
• Total visits (206% above)
• Complaint visits (115% above)
• Other visits (157% above)
• Complaint investigations (130% above) 2 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (73% below)
• Official inspections (25% below)
• Total citations (330% above)
• Citations per year (332% above)
• Total visits (206% above)
• Complaint visits (115% above)
• Other visits (157% above)
• Complaint investigations (130% above) 2 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (73% below)
• Official inspections (25% below)
Latest Inspection
September 18, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Citations
Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 43 | 10 | This facility has 330% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (43 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 330% worse |
|
Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 16 | — | — |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 27 | — | — |
|
Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2022.
| 10.8 | 2.5 | This facility has 332% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (10.8 vs. CA avg 2.5).↑ 332% worse |
|
Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.9 | 3.3 | This facility has 73% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.9 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 73% better |
Inspections & Visits
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 49 | 16 | This facility has 206% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (49 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 206% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 28 | 13 | This facility has 115% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (28 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 115% worse |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 18 | 7 | This facility has 157% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (18 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 157% worse |
|
Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 3 | 4 | This facility has 25% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better |
|
Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 23 | 10 | This facility has 130% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (23 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 130% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The facility’s inspection record through September 18, 2025, is mixed, showing repeated deficiencies in medication management, resident supervision, and staff qualifications despite some improvements. The most recent annual inspection on August 26, 2025, cited three deficiencies including unlocked disinfectants, incomplete personnel records, and an unauthorized staff member, with civil penalties imposed. Multiple complaint investigations substantiated failures in medication administration, resident care, confidentiality, and safety measures, while several allegations—such as harassment and food service issues—were found unsubstantiated.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Assisted Living in California
Elegance Berkeley is located in Berkeley, California.
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1.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Berkeley's city center to Elegance Berkeley's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.52 miles to nearest hospital (Neurology: UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elegance Berkeley
What neighborhood is Elegance Berkeley in?
Elegance Berkeley is in the West Berkeley neighborhood of Berkeley.
Who is the owner of Elegance Berkeley?
The legal owner and operator of Elegance Berkeley is Berkeley Ca Operator Llc;San Pablo Comm Healthcare.
Is Elegance Berkeley in a walkable area?
Elegance Berkeley has a walk score of 96. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
What is the occupancy rate at Elegance Berkeley?
Elegance Berkeley's occupancy is 37%.
Who is the administrator of Elegance Berkeley?
Annemarie E Domizio is the administrator of Elegance Berkeley.
How many beds does Elegance Berkeley have?
Elegance Berkeley has 120 beds.
Has Elegance Berkeley had any recent deficiencies or citations?
Elegance Berkeley has had 43 recently reported deficiencies.
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