Brookdale Irvine
Assisted Living · Irvine, CA

Overview of Brookdale Irvine

Brookdale Irvine is an extraordinary senior living community settling in Irvine, CA, offering assisted living. The community guarantees a comfortable and safe residence with various floor plans, including studios and one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Residents enjoy their independence with trusted care and assistance from the dedicated and professional team of Brookdale Irvine, available 24/7.

The community promotes a maintenance-free lifestyle and provides its residents with enriching activities and amenities for their entertainment and leisure. Brookdale Irvine collaborates with its residents to create a personalized care plan to guarantee that residents only receive and pay for services relevant to their needs. Seniors are also served with three nutritious and delicious meals daily. Amenities include an arts and crafts studio, a putting green, a theater, a fitness center, a restaurant, a greenhouse, and a beautiful courtyard for community BBQs or outside activities and entertainment.

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Types of Care at Brookdale Irvine

Assisted Living
Bed community size
155-bed community Rank #320 / 1658Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 320th out of 1658 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
20 years in operation Rank #256 / 1365Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 256th out of 1365 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: 82 / 100 Rank #357 / 2093Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 357th out of 2093 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.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
94%
Rank #214 / 1407Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 214th out of 1407 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1407. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
145 / 155
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceAugust 10, 2005
CountyOrange

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Irvine is legally operated by Blc Inn At The Park Llc, and administrated by Carrie Galloway.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Transportation
Library
Concierge Service
Café/Bistro
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Gardening / Greenhouse
Private Dining Room
Arts & Crafts Studio
Game Room
Theatre
Walking Paths
Putting Green/Outdoor Sports Activities
Landscaped Grounds
Business Centers/Computers
Snack Shop
Meeting Rooms
Clinic
Guest Suite(S)
Piano
ActivitiesActivities include craft club, tai chi, art classes, movie nights, and gardening.
Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care, Signature Programs
Operating HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$4,540 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionHealthy and delicious restaurant-style dining with menu requests and feedback considered.

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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 Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. See the assisted living residences benchmark below for the typical California score; higher is better.

Well below the California average for assisted living residences.

California assisted living residences benchmark: C 76/100

Inspection score: 53 out of 100. Letter grade F. Well below the California average for assisted living residences.

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 8 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (80% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (167% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (150% above)
• Citations per year (80% above)
• Total visits (206% above)
• Complaint visits (162% above)
• Other visits (57% above)
• Complaint investigations (190% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg)
1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (88% below)
Latest Inspection January 28, 2026

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. 1810 This facility has 80% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (18 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 80% worse
Serious citations (Type A) Info Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 83 This facility has 167% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 167% worse
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 104 This facility has 150% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 150% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 3.62 This facility has 80% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (3.6 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 80% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.43.3 This facility has 88% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 88% 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. 4916 This facility has 206% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (49 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 206% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 3413 This facility has 162% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (34 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 162% worse
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 117 This facility has 57% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 57% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 2910 This facility has 190% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (29 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 190% worse

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

This facility’s inspection record is mixed, with recent compliance but a history of substantiated complaints involving staffing shortages, medication management, and failure to follow care plans. The most recent inspection on August 4, 2025, found no deficiencies, but prior investigations substantiated understaffing and medication supply issues, including a substantiated complaint on October 9, 2023, about medication lapses and long wait times for assistance. Several substantiated complaints from 2022 and early 2023 involved immediate health risks from delayed care, intoxicated staff, and inadequate supervision.

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

1 Bed
1 Bed
1 / 4
1 Bed
1
379 - 600 sq. ft
2 Bed
2 Bed
2 Bed
1 / 4
2 Bed
2
837 - 1200 sq. ft

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Address 2.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Irvine's city center to Brookdale Irvine's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.59 miles to nearest hospital (Orange County Heart Institute and Research Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Brookdale Irvine is located in Irvine, 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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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.

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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.

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.

Irvine (Woodbridge)155Yes 70 4
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 11.6
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CA AVG 3.2
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CA AVG 11
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CA AVG 73.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Irvine

What neighborhood is Brookdale Irvine in?

Brookdale Irvine is in the University Town Center neighborhood of Irvine.

Who is the owner of Brookdale Irvine?

The legal owner and operator of Brookdale Irvine is Blc Inn At The Park Llc.

Is Brookdale Irvine in a walkable area?

Brookdale Irvine has a walk score of 82. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Irvine?

Brookdale Irvine's occupancy is 94%.

Does Brookdale Irvine have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Irvine on this page.

Who is the administrator of Brookdale Irvine?

Carrie Galloway is the administrator of Brookdale Irvine.

How many beds does Brookdale Irvine have?

Brookdale Irvine has 155 beds.

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