South Berkeley Senior Center

2939 Ellis St
Berkeley, CA 94703

Phone: (510) 981-5170
Fax: (510) 981-5260 

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The South Berkeley Senior Center offers a variety of services, social and recreation programs to meet the needs of adults 55 and older in the Berkeley community. 

The Center is the perfect place to socialize and participate in recreational activities.  Staff assist in the area of legal matters, income tax issues, social security benefits, housing, health insurance, health screening, counseling, and transportation.  The Senior Centers in Berkeley empower seniors in the Berkeley community by helping them to remain active, healthy, and independent!   

The center is wheelchair accessible and is also accessible by public transportation.  AC Transit buses to ride to the Center are the 12 and 49 lines.  The Center also provides free van transportation to and from the Center. 

Participant Rules & Guidelines 

Check out all we have to offer! 

Day Trips 

Assistance with Shopping & Errands 

Events, Celebrations & Movies 

Workshops & Support Groups 

Case Management & Referrals 

Meals on Wheels 

Tri-City Cafe 

Transportation Services 

Caregiver Support 

Facility Rental 

The Nugget (Monthly Newsletter) 

Volunteer Opportunities 

North Berkeley Senior Center 

Additional Resources

Information & Assistance for Seniors

Berkeley Older Adult Resource Guide

2-1-1 Information & Referral Phone Line 
The City of Berkeley supports the 2-1-1 Information and Referral Phone Line to help people find affordable housing and critical social services in Berkeley and in Alameda County.