Nursing homes in Berkeley, CA
According to the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Nursing Home Compare program, Berkeley has 5 of the 14,690 certified U.S. nursing homes, averaging 3.0 of 5 CMS stars in August 2026, below the 3.2-star California average. Methodology.
- 5
- Certified homes
- 3.0 ★
- Below average for CA · California 3.2
- 1
- Five-star homes
- 250
- Certified beds
All 5 nursing homes in Berkeley, ranked
| # | Facility | Overall rating | Beds | Fines (3-yr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chaparral House | 49 | None | |
| 2 | Elmwood Care Center | 74 | None | |
| 3 | Kyakameena Care Center | 60 | $39K | |
| 4 | Berkeley Pines Skilled Nursing Center | 36 | None | |
| 5 | Ashby Care Center | 31 | $66K |
Ratings in Berkeley are best read against California and national peers: CMS force-curves the overall star within each state. See the full California directory or the national best-rated ranking.
Before you choose a nursing home in Berkeley
A star rating is a starting point, not the whole story. These guides explain what drives the numbers:
This page is for general information and comparison only and is not medical advice. CMS ratings measure relative performance, not absolute safety; confirm a facility's current status with the home and your physician or your state survey agency before making a decision.
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Nursing Home Compare 5-Star Quality Rating, Berkeley, CA · 2026 Star ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. Updated quarterly by CMS.