Brethren Hillcrest Homes
Nursing Home · California, CA

Brethren Hillcrest Homes

Nursing Home · California, CA

Overview of Brethren Hillcrest Homes

Brethren Hillcrest Homes is a nonprofit Life Plan Community located in La Verne, California. It offers a variety of living options including residential living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The community emphasizes a plan for life and long-term peace of mind for its residents.
Bed community size
574-bed community Rank #11 / 1665Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 11th out of 1665 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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
49 years in operation Rank #7 / 1209Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 7th out of 1209 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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: 86 / 100 Rank #267 / 2096Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 267th out of 2096 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeRcfe-continuing Care Retirement Community
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJuly 2, 1976
CountyLos Angeles

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brethren Hillcrest Homes is administrated by Keith Kasin.

Owner NameBrethren Hillcrest Homes

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Residential Living

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Minimum Age62

Amenities & Lifestyle

Private Dining
Fine Dining
Casual Fare
Carry-Out
Village Center Café And Coffee Bar
Fireside Welcome Room With Grand Piano
Village Center Meeting House
Casual Lounges For Social Events
Activities Director
Aquatic And Fitness Center
Integrative Therapy Room
Meditation Room
Massage Therapist
Walkable Campus With Lush And Colorful Paths
Health And Wellness Director
State-Of-The-Art Woodshop
Sewing Room
Game And Meeting Rooms
Greenhouse And Personal Garden Plots
Open-Air Aviary
Art Gallery
Volunteer Opportunities
Inviting Well-Stocked Library
Rv Parking
Full Garages With Ev Charging Stations
Campus Gift Shop
Dean Kieffaber Interfaith Chapel
Campus Shuttle And Trolley
Interior And Exterior Maintenance
Pet-Friendly With Plenty Of Lush
Walkable Pathways
Specific ProgramsResidential Living with Services, Health Services, Campus Map, Apply, Financial Info, Giving, News, eBook
Religious ServicesYes
Volunteer ProgramsYes

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining options include private dining, fine dining, casual fare, and carry-out.

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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.

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:
• Total visits (44% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Complaint visits (at CA avg)
6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (20% below)
• Citations per year (20% below)
• Citations per inspection (91% below)
• Other visits (29% below)
• Total complaints (14% below)
• Complaints per year (14% 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. 810 This facility has 20% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 1.62 This facility has 20% fewer citations per year than a typical California nursing home (1.6 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 20% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.33.3 This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California nursing home (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 visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 2316 This facility has 44% more total visits than a typical California nursing home (23 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 44% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1313 This facility has complaint visits in line with the California average (13 vs. CA avg 13).— At avg
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 57 This facility has 29% fewer other visits than a typical California nursing home (5 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 29% 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 nursing home (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 1214 This facility has 14% fewer total complaints than a typical California nursing home (12 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 14% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 2.42.8 This facility has 14% fewer complaints per year than a typical California nursing home (2.4 vs. CA avg 2.8).↓ 14% better

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Address 191.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from La Verne's city center to Brethren Hillcrest Homes's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in California

Brethren Hillcrest Homes is located in LA VERNE, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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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The information below is reported by the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section.

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AL

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IL

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MC

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brethren Hillcrest Homes

Is Brethren Hillcrest Homes in a walkable area?

Brethren Hillcrest Homes has a walk score of 86. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Who is the administrator of Brethren Hillcrest Homes?

Keith Kasin is the administrator of Brethren Hillcrest Homes.

How many beds does Brethren Hillcrest Homes have?

Brethren Hillcrest Homes has 574 beds.

Has Brethren Hillcrest Homes had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Brethren Hillcrest Homes has had 8 recently reported deficiencies.

Are there photos of Brethren Hillcrest Homes?

Yes — there are 10 photos of Brethren Hillcrest Homes in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Brethren Hillcrest Homes?

Brethren Hillcrest Homes is located at 2705 MOUNTAIN VIEW DRIVE.

What is the phone number of Brethren Hillcrest Homes?

(909) 593-4917 will put you in contact with the team at Brethren Hillcrest Homes.

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