Brookdale Brea

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.

(714) 671-7898

110-bed community

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

19 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 60 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

76%

Similar to the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

84 / 110

Average residents per home in California 87 per day

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusLicensed

IssuanceMay 1, 2007

CountyOrange

Brookdale Brea is legally operated by Brea Brea Llc; Emeritus Corporation, and administrated by Danny Vera.

Wheelchair Accessible

Emergency SystemsYes

Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Respite Care

Short-Term Rehab

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

HousekeepingYes

Linen ServiceYes

Utilities IncludedYes

Pet Friendly

Library

Concierge Service

Café/Bistro

Beauty/Barber Shop

Courtyard And Garden

Private Dining Room

Landscaped Grounds

Community Kitchen

Piano

ActivitiesActivities include fitness classes, card games, and creative workshops.

Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care, Living Spaces, Pets, Health and Safety

Operating HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Starting Price$3,415 per month

Food DescriptionDining room with menus based on resident suggestions and dietary needs.

Brookdale Brea – Menu

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

Building Type: Two-story

Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Brookdale Brea

Assisted Living

Type of Rooms Available

Studio

1 / 4

1 Bed

1 - 2

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 2 citations 10 total visits 2 complaint visits 4 official inspections 2 complaint investigations

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 2021 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Latest Inspection July 29, 2025 Follow Up

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.	2	10	This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better
Serious citations (Type A) Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	2	3	This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 33% better
Moderate citations (Type B) Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	0	4	This facility has 100% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 100% better
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2021.	0.4	2	This facility has 80% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 80% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.2	3.3	This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	10	16	This facility has 38% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 38% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	2	13	This facility has 85% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 85% better
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	4	7	This facility has 43% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 43% better
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	4	4	This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	2	10	This facility has 80% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

This facility’s inspection record is mixed, with mostly clean visits but two substantiated deficiencies involving care and medication management risks. The most recent inspection on July 29, 2025, found no deficiencies after a complaint about alleged staff abuse, while a December 31, 2024 complaint investigation substantiated a delayed medication administration that posed an immediate health risk. A September 8, 2023 follow-up cited one deficiency for inadequate supervision after a resident eloped and was hospitalized, indicating some ongoing concerns.

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Brea

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1.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Brea's city center to Brookdale Brea's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.12 miles to nearest hospital (Fresenius Medical Care at St Jude Medical Cnter Apheresis)

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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)

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