Brookdale Brea
Brookdale Brea is an Assisted Living Home in California
Brookdale Brea is an Assisted Living Home in California
Brookdale Brea
Brookdale Brea is an Assisted Living Home in California
Brookdale Brea is an Assisted Living Home in California
Located in the charming neighborhood of West Central Avenue, Brea, CA, Brookdale Brea is a paradisal senior living community providing assisted living. The community offers spacious studio and one-bedroom apartments. Committed to providing seniors with a lifestyle to enjoy independence, the community features customized care around the clock. Experience a maintenance-free lifestyle with chores taken care of by a kind and compassionate team.
Brookdale Brea focuses on the wellness of its residents, orchestrating exciting activities to keep them entertained and learning. Residents enjoy wonderful bonding with peers over freshly prepared delicious and healthy meals. The community fosters a pet-friendly environment and includes a piano, a library, a cafe, a beauty and barbershop, a community kitchen, and beautifully landscaped grounds.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
About this community
California average: 72%
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Ownership & operating entity
Brookdale Brea is legally operated by BREA BREA LLC; EMERITUS CORPORATION.
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Programs & Activities
Pricing & Financial Information
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Brookdale Brea
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.
10 visits/inspections
2 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
4 other visits
California average: 14 visits/inspections
California average: 12 complaint visits
California average: 3 inspections
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2 citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 9 citations
Inspection Report Summary for Brookdale Brea
Brookdale Brea, an assisted‑living community in Brea, California, has consistently met the California Department of Social Services’ (CCLD) licensing standards during its annual inspections. The 2021 and 2022 unannounced visits reported that the facility was clean, well‑maintained, and fully compliant with infection‑control protocols, including daily temperature checks, hand‑washing stations, and an approved COVID‑19 mitigation plan. Staffing records were current, and emergency preparedness measures—such as evacuation plans, backup food and water supplies, and functional fire safety equipment—were documented and verified.
In September 2023 and November 2024, Brookdale Brea faced case‑management inspections following resident incidents. The 2023 review highlighted a serious elopement by a resident who was found outside the premises and hospitalized for dehydration. The licensing evaluator cited a deficiency under Title 22 Division 6, noting that the facility’s care and supervision failed to prevent the escape and that the event posed an immediate safety risk. The 2024 incident involved a resident who reported an encounter with a male staff member during a bed transfer, including allegations of inappropriate conduct and a possible violation of the resident’s privacy and dignity. Both cases underscore gaps in resident supervision and staff‑resident interactions, prompting the need for corrective actions.
Despite these incidents, Brookdale Brea’s routine inspections in July 2024 and the earlier annual reviews found no deficiencies, indicating that the facility’s standard operating procedures—ranging from nutrition management and medication safety to activity programming and fire safety—remain compliant. The pattern suggests a generally well‑run operation that nevertheless requires focused improvements in supervision protocols and staff training to address the isolated safety incidents. Continued monitoring and timely implementation of corrective measures will be essential to maintaining resident safety and regulatory compliance.
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Home Care
Hospice Care
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
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285 W Central Ave, Brea, CA 92821
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for California Seniors
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: County-managed; waitlists possible.
- Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
- General: Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Can hire family as caregivers.
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
- General: Age 62+, 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 Specifics: Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
- 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 Specifics: High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
- General: Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics: High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for California Seniors
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
Requirements:
General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:County-managed; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits:~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Can hire family as caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, 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 Specifics:Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits:~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
California CARES Program
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics:High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
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