Elmwood Care Center, located in Berkeley, California, is a nursing home facility certified by Medicare and Medicaid, having participated in the Medicare program since April 19, 2005. The center currently houses 73 residents and provides a range of care services typical of nursing home facilities, including medical support and day-to-day care for older adults who require assistance with daily living activities. Residents also have access to resident and family counseling, a service designed to support the emotional and psychological well-being of both the patients and their families.
The care and medical support at Elmwood Care Center, as reflected in numerous resident and family reviews, have been reported to largely fall below expected standards. Significant concerns have been highlighted about the quality of care, including instances of neglect where residents were reportedly left unattended or in uncomfortable conditions such as being wet for prolonged periods. Moreover, issues such as verbal abuse, poor hygiene practices, and living conditions have been noted, contributing to a perception of a chaotic and unsafe environment within the facility. The reviews also mention a lack of adequate attention to patient needs, which in some cases resulted in health complications or distress for the residents. While there have been mentions of overworked staff being underappreciated and facing challenges in providing proper care, the general sentiment from reviews is one of widespread dissatisfaction with Elmwood’s services. Despite an isolated positive mention of physical therapy and some staff kindness, the predominant feedback discourages utilizing Elmwood Care Center due to reported experiences of neglect and poor management practices.
Costs at this community start at $10,494 and range up to $12,173. The average price in the community is $11,334, which is more than the average price in the area of $6,066. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
