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Best Assisted Living in Brea, CA

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and California Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

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Silverado Brea Memory Care Community
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Brea (Downtown Brea)
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Facility 70
CA AVG 105
Rank #1003 / 1665
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67
Facility 67
CA AVG 63
Rank #831 / 2096
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Facility 6
CA AVG
Rank #653 / 1209
64.3% -Silverado Brea LLC; Silverado Senior Living MgtPrivate Rooms
Cogir of Brea
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Brea
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 105
Rank #642 / 1665
Yes
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 63
Rank #137 / 2096
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2
Facility 2
CA AVG
Rank #1034 / 1209
76.4% -Cadence At Brea LLC; Cadence Sl Brea LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Brookdale Brea
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Brea
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 105
Rank #642 / 1665
Yes
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 63
Rank #1051 / 2096
422
19
Facility 19
CA AVG
Rank #248 / 1209
76.4% -Brea Brea LLC; Emeritus CorporationStudio / 1 Bed
Capriana
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Brea
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 105
Rank #152 / 1665
Yes
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 63
Rank #806 / 2096
271
2
Facility 2
CA AVG
Rank #1034 / 1209
69.0% A+Well Oak Ccrc Tenant LLC; Oakmont Management GroupStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
A Wildrose Place
RC
Brea
61A Wildrose Place
Comfort Keepers Home Care
RC
Brea
68Comfort Keepers Home Care LLC
Concordia Guest Home
RC
Brea
626Velasco, Concordia P.
Concordia Guest Home - 2
RC
Brea
621Velasco, Concordia P.
Las Estancias Assisted Care
RC
Brea
612Barroque, INC.
Rae's Cottage At Brea
RC
Brea
66L & L Roche INC.
Senior's Retreat Of Brea, INC., The
RC
Brea
63Senior's Retreat Of Brea, INC., The
Senior's Retreat, INC.
RC
Brea
65Senior's Retreat, INC.
Virtud Care II LLC
RC
Brea
61Virtud Care II LLC
Overview of Silverado Brea Memory Care Community

Silverado Brea Memory Care Community is a highly rated memory care community in Brea, CA, offering specialized care for Alzheimer’s and dementia. Fostering comfort and familiarity, the community features thoughtfully furnished and secure apartments in a nurturing setting. Nutritious meals, 24-hour care, daily housekeeping, and laundry are also offered, so residents can focus on their wellness. The community also strives to get to know residents’ needs and habits to provide the best possible care. 

Sensory-stimulating games, light exercises, and social events help enhance residents’ memory and encourage them to interact with friends. Beautiful gardens and walking paths also ensure residents can move around comfortably. The community is also easily accessible, as it is conveniently located near bus stops, restaurants, and shops in the quiet neighborhood of Brea. Providing exclusive memory care programs and exceptional standards of care, Silverado Brea is a trusted choice for senior living in California. 

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Overview of Cogir of Brea

Bask in the warmth of the one-of-a-kind senior living community of Cogir of Brea in Madison Way, Brea, CA, that provides assisted and independent living. Live a comfortable and elegant retirement with a variety of accommodations, carefully built to meet seniors’ needs and preferences. With a reliable and compassionate team lending extra hands every step of the way, seniors have more time to do what they love and explore new endeavors.

The community aims to empower residents to live as they prefer, providing them with opportunities to flourish and gain new experiences. With enjoyable activities and engaging programs, seniors always find something to do with their time. Committed to residents’ well-being, the community serves nutritious and tasty meals catering to their dietary requirements and preferences. Cogir of Brea is a safe place for seniors to live blissful golden years with its convenient amenities and peaceful grounds.

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Room Sizes: 250 / 256 / 273 / 362 / 423 / 476 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Overview of Brookdale Brea

Brookdale Brea is a top-rated assisted living community in Brea, CA, offering personal care. Here, older adults can feel at home, especially with a cozy and welcoming environment. Excellent services, including 24-hour support, housekeeping, laundry, and freshly-prepared meals, are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community also works closely with residents to provide the best possible care for their needs. 

Fitness classes, games, and hobby clubs are among the many activities dedicated to helping residents stay active and have fun. Residents can also freely interact with their surroundings and relax, with state-of-the-art amenities like the library, bistro, and garden. With bus stops and shops in the area, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. Providing high standards of care for older adults’ well-being, this memory care community is one of the best options for senior living in California. 

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Capriana

460 La Floresta Dr, Brea, CA 92823
Overview of Capriana

Get immersed in luxurious retirement experience at Capriana, an elegant senior living community in Brea, CA, offering retirement living, assisted living, and memory care. The community provides bright and airy studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom apartments, providing a haven of elegance and comfort to residents. Residents have access to various care services, including personal care assistance, medication management, medical care coordination, home maintenance, room service, and an on-site nurse.

Capriana offers their Traditions Memory Care program to help residents dealing with memory impairments live full, joyful, connected, and engaged lives. The community also provides an array of amenities designed for residents’ comfort and enjoyment, such as a heated swimming pool, beautiful garden and courtyard, cozy movie theater, and exciting bar and lounge. Executive chefs and a talented culinary team work together in preparing exquisite meals using fresh ingredients, ensuring residents experience an exceptional dining experience that nourishes their body and makes them happy.

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Room Sizes: 497 / 883 / 1180 / 1370 / 1500 / 1729 / 1833 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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    Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

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  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Brea, CA

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in California?

Assisted living in California supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in California?

Assisted living in California is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does California Medicaid cover assisted living?

California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including California) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 4 assisted living facilities in Brea, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Brea, CA?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Brea, CA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Brea, CA?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.