Whittier Glen Assisted Living in Whittier, CA

Overview of Whittier Glen Assisted Living

Whittier Glen Assisted Living Living is a community that provides memory care assisted living in Whittier, California. This community offers a range of care choices to ensure you or your loved one can enjoy the desired flexibility and freedom. Their assisted living for seniors enables residents to maintain independence while receiving the necessary care and support. They provide assistance with activities of daily living and the coordination of services by outside healthcare providers to help ensure health, safety, and well-being.

Residents at Whittier Glen Assisted Living enjoy amenities such as chef-prepared dining with delicious and nutritious meals, transportation, housekeeping, a salon, and emergency response services. Additionally, they offer recreational activities like arts and crafts and music. Whittier Glen Assisted Living is not just a residence; it’s a place your loved ones can truly call home.

Facility Direct Line (562) 632-5893

93-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

6 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 73 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

96%

Higher than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

89 / 93

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceOctober 1, 2019

CountyLos Angeles

Whittier Glen Assisted Living is legally operated by Sycamore Senior Living, Inc., and administered by Itzayana Barba Aguirre.

Respite Care

Activities

Housekeeping

Laundry

Salon

Fitness Center

Library

Dining

Social Events

Garden

Walking Paths

Parking

Pet Friendly

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. 40 citations 124 total visits 102 complaint visits 5 official inspections 76 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

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

Inspection Scorecard 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

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	40	10	This facility has 300% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (40 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 300% worse
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	7	3	This facility has 133% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 133% worse Rank #1204 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1204th 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) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	33	4	This facility has 725% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (33 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 725% worse
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.3	3.3	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 State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total inspections 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.	124	16	This facility has had 675% more total inspections than the California average (124 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 675% more
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	102	13	This facility has had 685% more complaint visits than the California average (102 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 685% more Rank #1385 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1385th 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 Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	17	7	This facility has had 143% more other visits than the California average (17 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 143% more
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	5	4	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 On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	76	10	This facility has had 660% more complaint investigations than the California average (76 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 660% more

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Private Rooms

Building Type: Two-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

4.6 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Whittier's city center to Whittier Glen Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.47 miles to nearest hospital (Whittier Hospital Medical Center)

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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.


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Oakmont of Whittier	AL MC	Whittier (East Whittier)	97 Facility 97 CA AVG 104 Rank #792 / 1646	Yes	87 Facility 87 CA AVG 59 Rank #249 / 2058	81 Facility 81 CA AVG 81 Rank #818 / 1475	21	12 Facility 12 CA AVG 13 Rank #920 / 1388	3 Facility 3 CA AVG 3 Rank #899 / 1434	4 Facility 4 CA AVG 13 Rank #1128 / 1504	-	-	Oakmont Sr. Lvng. Of Whittier Opco, LLC And Oakmont	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Whittier Glen Assisted Living	AL MC RC	Whittier	93 Facility 93 CA AVG 104 Rank #828 / 1646	Yes	73 Facility 73 CA AVG 59 Rank #641 / 2058	59 Facility 59 CA AVG 81 Rank #1344 / 1475	124	102 Facility 102 CA AVG 13 Rank #1385 / 1388	7 Facility 7 CA AVG 3 Rank #1204 / 1434	6 Facility 6 CA AVG 13 Rank #926 / 1504	95.7%	-	Sycamore Senior Living, Inc	Private Rooms
Brookdale Central Whittier	AL	Whittier (East Whittier)	92 Facility 92 CA AVG 104 Rank #836 / 1646	Yes	83 Facility 83 CA AVG 59 Rank #337 / 2058	59 Facility 59 CA AVG 81 Rank #1344 / 1475	35	26 Facility 26 CA AVG 13 Rank #1217 / 1388	8 Facility 8 CA AVG 3 Rank #1245 / 1434	19 Facility 19 CA AVG 13 Rank #423 / 1504	57.6%	-	Brea Whittier LLC And Emeritus Corporation	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Whittier Place	AL MC	Whittier (South Whittier)	-	Yes	68	-	-	-	-	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 13 Rank #1323 / 1504	-	C	-	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

Who is the owner of Whittier Glen Assisted Living?

Whittier Glen Assisted Living is legally operated by Sycamore Senior Living, Inc., and administered by Itzayana Barba Aguirre.

Is Whittier Glen Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Whittier Glen Assisted Living has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Whittier Glen Assisted Living?

Whittier Glen Assisted Living's occupancy is 96%.

How long has Whittier Glen Assisted Living been in business?

Whittier Glen Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 6 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Whittier Glen Assisted Living?

Yes, Whittier Glen Assisted Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Whittier Glen Assisted Living?

Itzayana Barba Aguirre is the administrator of Whittier Glen Assisted Living.

How many beds does Whittier Glen Assisted Living have?

Whittier Glen Assisted Living has 93 beds.

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