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Brookdale Monrovia

201 E Foothill Blvd, Monrovia, CA 91016 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Brookdale Monrovia

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Remain active and connected with the extraordinary senior living community of Brookdale Monrovia located at E. Foothill Boulevard, Monrovia, CA that offers assisted living. Providing a variety of spacious and well-designed one-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures comfort and safety. Residents maximize their independence with round-the-clock care and assistance from a kind, dedicated, and well-trained team.

Brookdale Monrovia focuses on the wellness of its residents, providing a calendar filled with exciting activities and enriching programs. The culinary team got your back and stomach with delectable, healthy meals freshly served to satisfy its residents’ dietary needs. Amenities include a library, a fitness center, a beauty and barbershop, a courtyard and garden, a game room, a fireside living room, meeting rooms, a piano, and serene walking paths.

Facility Direct Line (626) 301-0204
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Bed community size
75-bed community Rank #952 / 1648Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 952nd out of 1648 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
48 years in operation Rank #28 / 1494Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 28th out of 1494 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: 93 / 100 Rank #111 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 111th out of 2087 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.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
92%
Rank #292 / 1496Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 292nd out of 1496 homes in California for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1496. 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.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
69 / 75
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceAugust 24, 2005
CountyLos Angeles

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Monrovia is legally operated by Blc Gables-Monrovia LP, and administered by Ralph Balbin.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMr. Steven Swain, Executive Vice President (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Transportation
Library
Concierge Service
Café/Bistro
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Private Dining Room
Game Room
Landscaped Grounds
Business Centers/Computers
Community Kitchen
Meeting Rooms
Piano
Activitiesyoga, tai chi, arts and crafts
Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$6,510 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionResidents enjoy three restaurant-style meals prepared each day and shared in the elegant dining room.
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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 2021 · 5 years of data 9 citations 15 total visits 10 complaint visits 5 official inspections 8 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.

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

Rank #924 / 1399 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 924th out of 1399 homes in California for Inspection Score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1399 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: 77 out of 100. Letter grade C+. 4 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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Moderate citations (Type B) (50% above)
• Official inspections (25% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (at CA avg) 7 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (10% below)
• Citations per year (10% below)
• Citations per inspection (82% below)
• Total visits (6% below)
• Complaint visits (23% below)
• Other visits (100% below)
• Complaint investigations (20% below)
Latest Inspection October 2, 2025 Complaint Investigation

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. 910 This facility has 10% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 10% better
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. 33 This facility has serious citations (type a) in line with the California average (3 vs. CA avg 3).— At avg Rank #753 / 1160 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 753rd out of 1160 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1160 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. 64 This facility has 50% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 50% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 1.82 This facility has 10% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.8 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 10% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.63.3 This facility has 82% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.6 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 82% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 1516 This facility has 6% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (15 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 6% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1013 This facility has 23% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 23% better Rank #845 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 845th 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. 07 This facility has 100% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 100% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 810 This facility has 20% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on October 2, 2025 substantiated only one deficiency for late reporting of a physical altercation incident, with no other deficiencies cited.
  • The August 19, 2025 annual inspection found one deficiency for missing valid health screening and TB test results in four personnel files.
  • Prior complaint investigations in August 2023 substantiated glucose testing by unqualified med techs, posing an immediate risk to residents.
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Room Sizes: 450 / 456 / 477 / 556 / 585 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

1 Bed
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1 Bed
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450 - 585 sq. ft

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Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Monrovia's city center to Brookdale Monrovia's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.74 miles to nearest hospital (USC Arcadia Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Brookdale Monrovia is located in Monrovia, 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 Monrovia

Who is the owner of Brookdale Monrovia?

Brookdale Monrovia is legally operated by Blc Gables-Monrovia LP, and administered by Ralph Balbin.

Is Brookdale Monrovia in a walkable area?

Brookdale Monrovia has a walk score of 93. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Monrovia?

Brookdale Monrovia's occupancy is 92%.

Does Brookdale Monrovia have different floorplan options?

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

Are pets allowed at Brookdale Monrovia?

Yes, Brookdale Monrovia allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Brookdale Monrovia?

Ralph Balbin is the administrator of Brookdale Monrovia.

How many beds does Brookdale Monrovia have?

Brookdale Monrovia has 75 beds.

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