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Best Assisted Living in Brea, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 4 assisted living communities in Brea, CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in CA
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Avg Walk Score: 72/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Brea, CA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 123The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Brea, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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.

Capriana
AL
MC
Brea
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 104
Rank #152 / 1644
Yes
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 57
Rank #804 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
10
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 12
Rank #1186 / 1500
69.0% Well Oak Ccrc Tenant LLC And Oakmont Management GroupStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Brookdale Brea
AL
Brea
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 104
Rank #641 / 1644
Yes
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 57
Rank #1048 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
10
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1388
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1160
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 12
Rank #347 / 1500
76.4% Brea Brea LLC And Emeritus CorporationStudio / 1 Bed
Silverado Brea Memory Care Community
AL
MC
Brea (Downtown Brea)
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 104
Rank #995 / 1644
Yes
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 57
Rank #829 / 2087
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 81
Rank #881 / 1400
4
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1388
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #829 / 1160
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #851 / 1500
64.3% Silverado Brea LLC And Silverado Senior Living MgtPrivate Rooms
Cogir of Brea
AL
MC
Brea
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 104
Rank #641 / 1644
Yes
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 57
Rank #137 / 2087
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 81
Rank #1142 / 1400
19
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #1157 / 1388
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #829 / 1160
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 12
Rank #1186 / 1500
76.4% Cadence At Brea LLC And Cadence Sl Brea LLCStudio / 1 Bed

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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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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Overview of Silverado Brea Memory Care Community

Operating for six years, Silverado Brea Memory Care Community is a residential care community in Downtown Brea, California, with a capacity of 70 beds. Designed to support older adults living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, the community offers private, furnished rooms in a secure two-story setting.

24-hour care is offered, along with housekeeping, laundry services, and nutritious meals tailored to their needs. Moreover, individualized care plans are complemented by memory-focused activities, sensory-based programs, light exercise, and social events. Secure gardens and walking paths also provide safe outdoor spaces for recreation and relaxation.

State inspections conducted over the past six years have generally reported positive findings, although previous reviews identified concerns related to medication administration and exterior door security. Additionally, follow-up actions were required to address these areas, and families are encouraged to discuss current safety practices and medication management with community staff during their visit.

The surrounding neighborhood offers moderate walkability, with a Walk Score of 67, allowing access to some nearby amenities on foot. Pets are also welcome for residents who wish to keep a companion animal.

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Overview of Cogir of Brea

Opened in mid-2023, Cogir of Brea is an assisted living and memory care community in Brea, California, with a 110-bed capacity. Operating at a 76% occupancy rate, the community also offers studio and one-bedroom apartments in a highly walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 92. Under the leadership of Executive Director Cynthia Figueroa, who brings 15 years of senior living experience, it focuses on a comfortable, home-like environment for older adults.

24-hour staffing, nursing services, a nurse practitioner, physical therapy, occupational therapy, dental care, housekeeping, concierge services, and transportation are offered. Furthermore, a wide range of amenities, including fine dining, a fitness studio, salon and barbershop, pet therapy, a dog park, movie theater, art studio, and enrichment programs such as Melody & Masterpiece, Forever Fit, and Virtual Voyages, support wellness and social engagement.

State inspections have focused on staffing adequacy, emergency systems, medication management, and resident supervision. Although several substantiated complaints in 2025 involved these areas, the most recent inspection found no deficiencies, reflecting the implementation of corrective measures.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

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

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

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

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

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

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

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

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

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.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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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.