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Brookdale Uptown Whittier
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Brookdale Uptown Whittier

13250 Philadelphia St, Whittier, CA 90601 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Brookdale Uptown Whittier

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Tucked at 13250 Philadelphia St in Whittier, California, Brookdale Uptown Whittier offers exceptional assisted living in a vibrant and engaging community. Designed for active seniors who want to live life to the fullest, Brookdale Uptown Whittier provides personalized care and support while encouraging residents to pursue their passions and interests. The community features a range of amenities to enhance residents’ daily lives, including an emergency alert system, a fitness center, and scheduled transportation services. Apartments are pet-friendly and offer a home-like environment with spacious living areas and plenty of natural light.

At Brookdale Uptown Whittier, residents receive personalized assistance with daily activities such as dressing, bathing, and medication management. The community’s compassionate care team is available 24/7 to respond to emergencies and provide support whenever needed. Residents can enjoy a full calendar of activities and events, including fitness classes, art workshops, and outings to local attractions. If you’re looking for an assisted living community that values your independence and celebrates your individuality, Brookdale Uptown Whittier is the place for you.

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Bed community size
280-bed community Rank #65 / 1646Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 65th 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
12 years in operation Rank #604 / 1504Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 604th 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 community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 98 / 100 Rank #13 / 2058Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th 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.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
43%
Rank #1392 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1392nd 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
121 / 280
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJuly 31, 2014
CountyLos Angeles

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Uptown Whittier is legally operated by Summerville At Cobbco Inc and Emeritus Corporation, and administered by Preciosa (Suzie) Magpayo.

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 Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Fitness Center
Transportation
Library
Concierge
Salon
Courtyard
Garden
Gardening
Dining
Arts & Crafts
Game Room
Movie Theater
Walking Paths
Meeting Room
General Store
Piano
ActivitiesActivities include watercolor workshops, chair yoga, trivia nights, and more
Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$3,260 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionResidents enjoy delicious and healthy restaurant-style meals in an 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 These figures come from state-published inspection data. 5 citations 17 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.

5 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #649 / 1475 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 649th 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: 86 out of 100. Letter grade B. 5 points above 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 1 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Moderate citations (Type B) (25% above) 3 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (50% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Citations per inspection (91% 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. 510 This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 50% 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. 03 This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st 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. 54 This facility has 25% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.33.3 This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 91% 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. 1716 This facility has had 6% more total inspections than the California average (17 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 6% more
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1013 This facility has had 23% fewer complaint visits than the California average (10 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 23% fewer Rank #846 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 846th 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. 27 This facility has had 71% fewer other visits than the California average (2 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 71% fewer
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has had 25% more official inspections than the California average (5 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 25% more
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 810 This facility has had 20% fewer complaint investigations than the California average (8 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 20% fewer
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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 286 - 400 / 500 / 600 / 800 - 1,000 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Type of Rooms Available

1 Bed
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500 sq. ft

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Uptown Whittier

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Address 0.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Whittier's city center to Brookdale Uptown Whittier's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.07 miles to nearest hospital (PIH Health Whittier Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Brookdale Uptown 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 Uptown Whittier

Who is the owner of Brookdale Uptown Whittier?

Brookdale Uptown Whittier is legally operated by Summerville At Cobbco Inc and Emeritus Corporation, and administered by Preciosa (Suzie) Magpayo.

Is Brookdale Uptown Whittier in a walkable area?

Brookdale Uptown Whittier has a walk score of 98. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Uptown Whittier?

Brookdale Uptown Whittier's occupancy is 43%.

How long has Brookdale Uptown Whittier been in business?

Brookdale Uptown Whittier has been operating for approximately 12 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Brookdale Uptown Whittier have different floorplan options?

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

Are pets allowed at Brookdale Uptown Whittier?

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

Who is the administrator of Brookdale Uptown Whittier?

Preciosa (Suzie) Magpayo is the administrator of Brookdale Uptown Whittier.

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