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Discover a warm and welcoming haven for seniors at Brookdale Central Whittier. Nestled in a peaceful neighborhood, this assisted living community boasts compassionate staff dedicated to providing personalized care to each resident. With thoughtfully designed facilities, residents can enjoy comfortable living spaces tailored to their needs, fostering a sense of belonging and security.
At Brookdale Central Whittier, residents can delight in a variety of amenities and activities designed to enhance their quality of life. From delicious chef-prepared meals served in a restaurant-style dining room to engaging social events and outings, there’s always something to look forward to. With wellness programs, fitness classes, and beautiful outdoor spaces, residents can stay active and connected while enjoying their golden years to the fullest.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%Brookdale Central Whittier is legally operated by Brea Whittier Llc; Emeritus Corporation, and administrated by Chanel Sanchez.
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.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.
23 points below the California average for assisted living residences (76/100)
Inspection score: 53 out of 100. Letter grade F. 23 points below the California average for assisted living residences (76/100)
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.
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 32 | 10 | This facility has 220% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (32 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 220% worse |
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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.
| 8 | 3 | This facility has 167% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 167% worse |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 24 | 4 | This facility has 500% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (24 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 500% worse |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2020.
| 5.3 | 1.7 | This facility has 212% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (5.3 vs. CA avg 1.7).↑ 212% worse |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.9 | 3.3 | This facility has 73% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.9 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 73% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 35 | 16 | This facility has 119% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (35 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 119% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 26 | 13 | This facility has 100% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (26 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 100% worse |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 3 | 7 | This facility has 57% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 57% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 6 | 4 | This facility has 50% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 50% worse |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 18 | 10 | This facility has 80% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (18 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 80% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
0.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Whittier's city center to Brookdale Central Whittier's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.9 miles to nearest hospital (PIH Health Whittier Hospital)
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Brookdale Central Whittier is located in Whittier, California.
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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| Hollywood Hills Senior Living |
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Los Angeles (Central La) | 120
Facility
120
CA AVG
103
Rank
#563 / 1658 | No |
88
Facility
88
CA AVG
57
Rank
#218 / 2093 | 4 | 50
Facility
50
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1356 / 1397 | 7
Facility
7
CA AVG
3
Rank
#988 / 1164 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
13
Rank
#885 / 1486 |
55.8%
Facility
55.8%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#1081 / 1249 | Pacifica Hollywood LLC; Hollywood Mgr LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Sunrise of Mission Viejo |
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. | Mission Viejo | 110
Facility
110
CA AVG
103
Rank
#644 / 1658 | Yes |
48
Facility
48
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1393 / 2093 | 4 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#441 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 21
Facility
21
CA AVG
13
Rank
#336 / 1486 |
75.5%
Facility
75.5%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#681 / 1249 | Szr Mission Viejo Asst Lvg; Sunrise Senior Lvg Mgt | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Brookdale Central Whittier |
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. | Whittier (East Whittier) | 92
Facility
92
CA AVG
103
Rank
#840 / 1658 | Yes |
83
Facility
83
CA AVG
57
Rank
#338 / 2093 | 6 | 26
Facility
26
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1222 / 1397 | 8
Facility
8
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1015 / 1164 | 19
Facility
19
CA AVG
13
Rank
#392 / 1486 |
57.6%
Facility
57.6%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#1063 / 1249 | Brea Whittier LLC; Emeritus Corporation | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Atria Covina |
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Covina | 90
Facility
90
CA AVG
103
Rank
#848 / 1658 | Yes |
87
Facility
87
CA AVG
57
Rank
#249 / 2093 | 5 | 12
Facility
12
CA AVG
13
Rank
#922 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 36
Facility
36
CA AVG
13
Rank
#64 / 1486 |
70.0%
Facility
70.0%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#802 / 1249 | Wg Covina Sh LP; Atria Management Co LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Silverado Rolling Hills 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.
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. | Torrance (Walteria) | 68
Facility
68
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1017 / 1658 | Yes |
80
Facility
80
CA AVG
57
Rank
#417 / 2093 | - | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#529 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1388 / 1486 |
64.7%
Facility
64.7%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#958 / 1249 | Silverado Rolling Hills LLC& Silverado Senior Liv | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Brookdale Central Whittier is in the East Whittier neighborhood of Whittier.
The legal owner and operator of Brookdale Central Whittier is Brea Whittier Llc; Emeritus Corporation.
Brookdale Central Whittier has a walk score of 83. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Brookdale Central Whittier's occupancy is 58%.
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Central Whittier on this page.
Chanel Sanchez is the administrator of Brookdale Central Whittier.
Brookdale Central Whittier has 92 beds.
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