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Tucked at 13250 Philadelphia St in Whittier, California, Brookdale Uptown Whittier offers exceptional assisted living in a vibrant and engaging community. Designed for active seniors who want to live life to the fullest, Brookdale Uptown Whittier provides personalized care and support while encouraging residents to pursue their passions and interests. The community features a range of amenities to enhance residents’ daily lives, including an emergency alert system, a fitness center, and scheduled transportation services. Apartments are pet-friendly and offer a home-like environment with spacious living areas and plenty of natural light.
At Brookdale Uptown Whittier, residents receive personalized assistance with daily activities such as dressing, bathing, and medication management. The community’s compassionate care team is available 24/7 to respond to emergencies and provide support whenever needed. Residents can enjoy a full calendar of activities and events, including fitness classes, art workshops, and outings to local attractions. If you’re looking for an assisted living community that values your independence and celebrates your individuality, Brookdale Uptown Whittier is the place for you.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%Brookdale Uptown Whittier is legally operated by Summerville At Cobbco Inc; Emeritus Corporation, and administrated by Preciosa (Suzie) Magpayo.
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.
4 points above the California average for assisted living residences (76/100)
Inspection score: 80 out of 100. Letter grade B-. 4 points above 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.
| 5 | 10 | This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 50% better |
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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.
| 0 | 3 | This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better |
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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.
| 5 | 4 | This facility has 25% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 1 | 2 | This facility has 50% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 50% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.3 | 3.3 | This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 91% 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.
| 17 | 16 | This facility has 6% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (17 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 6% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 10 | 13 | This facility has 23% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 23% better |
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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.
| 2 | 7 | This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 5 | 4 | This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 8 | 10 | This facility has 20% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% better |
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 286 - 400 / 500 / 600 / 800 - 1,000 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
0.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Whittier's city center to Brookdale Uptown Whittier's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.07 miles to nearest hospital (PIH Health Whittier Hospital)
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Brookdale Uptown Whittier is located in Whittier, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| Brookdale Uptown 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 | 280
Facility
280
CA AVG
103
Rank
#65 / 1658 | Yes |
98
Facility
98
CA AVG
57
Rank
#13 / 2093 | 5 | 10
Facility
10
CA AVG
13
Rank
#850 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 11
Facility
11
CA AVG
13
Rank
#609 / 1486 |
43.2%
Facility
43.2%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#1208 / 1249 | Summerville At Cobbco Inc; Emeritus Corporation | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| 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 |
| 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 |
The legal owner and operator of Brookdale Uptown Whittier is Summerville At Cobbco Inc; Emeritus Corporation.
Brookdale Uptown Whittier has a walk score of 98. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
Brookdale Uptown Whittier's occupancy is 43%.
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Uptown Whittier on this page.
Preciosa (Suzie) Magpayo is the administrator of Brookdale Uptown Whittier.
Brookdale Uptown Whittier has 280 beds.
Brookdale Uptown Whittier has had 6 recently reported deficiencies.
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