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Brookdale Central Whittier
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Brookdale Central Whittier

8101 Painter Ave, Whittier, CA 90602 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Brookdale Central Whittier

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Discover a warm and welcoming haven for seniors at Brookdale Central Whittier. Nestled in a peaceful neighborhood, this assisted living community boasts compassionate staff dedicated to providing personalized care to each resident. With thoughtfully designed facilities, residents can enjoy comfortable living spaces tailored to their needs, fostering a sense of belonging and security.

At Brookdale Central Whittier, residents can delight in a variety of amenities and activities designed to enhance their quality of life. From delicious chef-prepared meals served in a restaurant-style dining room to engaging social events and outings, there’s always something to look forward to. With wellness programs, fitness classes, and beautiful outdoor spaces, residents can stay active and connected while enjoying their golden years to the fullest.

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Bed community size
92-bed community Rank #836 / 1646Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 836th out of 1646 homes in California for bed count. 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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
19 years in operation Rank #423 / 1504Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 423rd out of 1504 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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: 83 / 100 Rank #337 / 2058Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 337th out of 2058 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
58%
Rank #1222 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1222nd out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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
53 / 92
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceMay 1, 2007
CountyLos Angeles

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Central Whittier is legally operated by Brea Whittier LLC and Emeritus Corporation, and administered by Chanel Sanchez.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

2 services
Continuing Care Retirement Communities
At Home Care

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Transportation
Concierge
Salon
Courtyard
Garden
Gardening
Game Room
Movie Theater
Community Kitchen
General Store
Piano
ActivitiesA diverse range of programs, events, and activities are offered
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$2,700 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionResidents enjoy restaurant-style dining with a variety of nutritious dishes.
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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 2020 · 6 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 33 citations 35 total visits 26 complaint visits 6 official inspections 18 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.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

22 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #1344 / 1475 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1344th out of 1475 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1475 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 59 out of 100. Letter grade F. 22 points below 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 2020 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 3 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (230% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (167% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (525% above) 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (73% below)

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. 3310 This facility has 230% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (33 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 230% worse
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. 83 This facility has 167% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 167% worse Rank #1245 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1245th out of 1434 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1434 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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. 254 This facility has 525% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (25 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 525% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.93.3 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 Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes. 3516 This facility has had 119% more total inspections than the California average (35 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 119% more
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 2613 This facility has had 100% more complaint visits than the California average (26 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 100% more Rank #1217 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1217th out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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 had 57% fewer other visits than the California average (3 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 57% fewer
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 64 This facility has had 50% more official inspections than the California average (6 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 50% more
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 1810 This facility has had 80% more complaint investigations than the California average (18 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 80% more
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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Type of Rooms Available

Studio
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Address 0.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Whittier's city center to Brookdale Central Whittier's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.9 miles to nearest hospital (PIH Health Whittier Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Brookdale Central Whittier is located in Whittier, 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
CA

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.
CA

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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Central Whittier

What neighborhood is Brookdale Central Whittier in?

Brookdale Central Whittier is in the East Whittier neighborhood of Whittier.

Who is the owner of Brookdale Central Whittier?

Brookdale Central Whittier is legally operated by Brea Whittier LLC and Emeritus Corporation, and administered by Chanel Sanchez.

Is Brookdale Central Whittier in a walkable area?

Brookdale Central Whittier has a walk score of 83. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Central Whittier?

Brookdale Central Whittier's occupancy is 58%.

How long has Brookdale Central Whittier been in business?

Brookdale Central Whittier has been operating for approximately 19 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Brookdale Central Whittier have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Central Whittier on this page.

Are pets allowed at Brookdale Central Whittier?

Yes, Brookdale Central Whittier allows residents to bring their pets.

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