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    Brookdale Central Whittier

    8101 Painter Ave, Whittier, CA, 90602
    4.2 · 154 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    For pricing and availability(510) 508-4507
    For the front desk(562) 698-0596

    Pricing

    $2,468+/moSuiteAssisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Pet friendly
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.24 · 154 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1

    • Care

      4.1

    • Staff

      4.3

    • Meals

      4.0

    • Amenities

      3.6

    • Value

      2.8

    Location

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    About Brookdale Central Whittier

    Brookdale Central Whittier is an assisted living community in Whittier, California, where compassionate staff provide personalized care and support to seniors day and night, always ready to help with things like medication, bathing, dressing, or just daily chores, and good caregivers and licensed nurses stay on site 24 hours a day if something comes up. The building has two stories with studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, and some of the apartments have balconies or patios, and you'll find wheelchair accessible showers, full tubs, and emergency systems in every private unit. The community allows pets, offers three chef-prepared meals each day served in a restaurant-style dining room with white linens, yellow napkins, fresh flowers, and you can eat with others because the tables are set up for company, and there's plenty of space for socializing, dining, and entertainment, either indoors or outdoors. There's a cozy game room with board games, big-screen TV, and couches, a movie theater for films, a beauty salon with hair styling chairs and barber stations, and a library for reading or activities. Wi-Fi helps everyone stay connected, and there are walking paths and a European style courtyard with white patio furniture, so it's easy to get some fresh air, garden, or just relax outside. Many activities fill the schedule, like Bible study on Tuesdays and Thursdays, fitness classes and wellness programs, music programs, community events, life enrichment programs, and planned outings, so residents can stay active and keep up with others. The staff keep up with light, medium, or heavy care needs, help with diabetic care by monitoring blood sugar, give two-person transfers when needed, and can care for bowel or bladder incontinence if residents are able to manage their own needs, and they do medication management but aren't able to give insulin shots. There are special services for people with Alzheimer's or other memory needs, and the memory care area is set up to help reduce confusion and prevent wandering, while those who just want a little help or want to live independently have support for housekeeping, postal services, concierge and transportation. The building has common areas with comfortable seating, artwork, display cases, resident parking, and a 24-hour call system with pendants for safety, and there's a real focus on social and physical engagement, thanks to indoor lounges, outdoor garden spaces, and a fitness room. Meals are healthy, made on site from quality ingredients, and prepared by a dedicated culinary team, which helps residents save time and money. Brookdale Central Whittier is also a pet-friendly place, and the whole community feels warm, close, and lively, with space to visit, rest, or join the many things going on each week, so seniors can keep living life with comfort and care. The community has earned awards like Best of Senior Living and Most Friendly in Senior Living, is fully licensed and verified, and sits close to local businesses and some historical sites, right in Whittier. Residents can use transportation for trips, enjoy scheduled events, join in Bible study, and take advantage of the safe, connected environment, and families often feel good knowing staff and full-time LVNs are always available, ready to help whenever needed.

    About Brookdale

    We are all aging; some of us never stop living. So when the time comes to determine how you or your loved one will spend their later years in life, you'll have questions… Will I be heard? Will I be forgotten? How can I stay active? Will I be able to still grow as a person? Will my children still look up to me? Or down at me? How can I just be her daughter again? How can I continue to contribute to something meaningful? What do I do now? What do we do next? What do I do…to keep on living my life? Brookdale's senior living solutions will help answer those questions for those who may be in need of an assisted living facility or some other level of senior living care. That's why the people of Brookdale offer new answers to the age-old question of aging. Framing everything we do inside your vision for all the places you'd still like your life to go. As an individual. A couple. A family. Being a trusted partner in bringing all those places you seek in life- to life. By listening to your needs. Understanding the life you want for yourself or your loved one. Then customizing a solution that puts life, close within reach. At Brookdale, you can expect us to be a trusted partner by listening and understanding your needs, discussing potential solutions and options, mutually determining the right thing to do and working with you to take action together. Then we customize a solution that puts the life you want within reach. It is our job to provide solutions for the unmet needs of those who seek senior living solutions. We do this with over 675+ retirement communities with the ability to serve approximately 60,000 residents in 41 states (as of August 30, 2021), and with a wide range of innovative programs and services. Brookdale associates' passion, courage and true sense of partnership make Brookdale what it is. More than a company, it is a calling.

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    State of California Inspection Reports

    49

    Inspections

    10

    Type A Citations

    25

    Type B Citations

    6

    Years of reports

    29 Jul 2025
    Investigated the allegation that the admission agreement was not followed. Records indicated refunds were issued and procedures followed, and interviews with residents and staff did not corroborate improper charges, leaving the matter unsubstantiated.
    26 Jun 2025
    Found that one resident’s room was dirty and cluttered with trash, clothing, and pet hair, with cockroaches present and the resident reportedly refusing cleaning. Identified a strong odor attributed to the resident's dog, with staff noting pet services had been stopped and several residents reporting cockroaches in their rooms.
    • § 87303(a)
    • § 87303(f)
    06 Jun 2025
    Investigated the allegation that the second floor shower was not clean or orderly, including mildew, a non-working fan, and an oversized vanity. Found the shower is cleaned after each use and mildew was not observed by staff, though one staff member reported a non-operational fan and observations noted grout needing deep cleaning.
    • § 87303(a)
    16 May 2025
    Identified a resident as the victim of financial abuse by social media friends who received money from the resident after online contact. Found staff first learned of the abuse on March 9, 2025, and that the provider did not report this to the licensing agency, resulting in a citation.
    • § 9058
    • § 87211(a)(1)
    16 May 2025
    Identified a resident's room dirty and cluttered with trash and belongings, with cockroaches present. Observed a strong odor attributed to a pet dog in that room and ongoing cockroach activity.
    • § 87303(f)
    • § 87307(d)(2)
    • § 87303(a)
    06 May 2025
    Identified overall compliance with many health and safety requirements, including infection control planning, PPE availability, staff training, and residents receiving hospice or home health services; however, water temperature readings were outside the required 105-120 degrees Fahrenheit and one elevator was non-operational.
    • § 87555(b)(28)
    • § 87303(e)(2)
    • § 9058
    • § 87307(a)(3)
    10 Jan 2025
    Found that 22 relocated residents were assigned designated rooms with bathrooms, beds, bedding, and supplies, with medical equipment present; one resident was bedridden and others ambulatory, and incontinence care was provided by staff from the prior location. Medications and MARs were transferred and administered by prior-site staff, records were accessible electronically, staffing appeared sufficient for both sites, food supplies were adequate, families were notified by phone, email, and texts, last fire inspection and drill dates were noted, and an exit interview was conducted.
    03 Dec 2024
    Identified four specific allegations and found unsubstantiated: the facility did not respond in writing within 14 days to resident council concerns; resident rights were not posted in a prominent place; the facility was in disrepair; and housekeeping services were not provided.
    15 Nov 2024
    Identified that transportation promised in the Admission Agreement was not fulfilled due to no staff bus driver for over six months and reliance on sister communities that could not consistently assist. Evidence from records and interviews showed a non-ambulatory resident using a motorized scooter missed multiple medical appointments and others were affected, thereby supporting the allegation.
    • § 87464(f)(6)
    08 Oct 2024
    Found the 2nd-floor resident laundry room dryer in disrepair, making a loud thumping noise and keeping residents awake at night. Found the replacement dryer also in disrepair and the basement washer with a water leak, with a new washer and dryer ordered, corroborating the allegation that laundry equipment was not in good repair and caused delays and noise.
    19 Apr 2024
    Identified safety and sanitation deficiencies, including water temperatures in multiple rooms outside 105-120 degrees Fahrenheit and unsafe food handling (thawing hot dogs in the kitchen sink and uncovered desserts in the refrigerator); noted waivers for dementia and hospice care, a current fire clearance, and liability insurance.
    19 Apr 2024
    Identified deficiencies in various areas of the facility during the inspection.
    27 Feb 2024
    Investigated allegations that a resident was enrolled in hospice against their wishes and without a valid Power of Attorney. Reviewed the resident’s records, including an Advance Health Care Directive and POLST, showing the POA authorized hospice decisions and that those directives were followed; found no preponderance of evidence to support the allegations.
    27 Feb 2024
    Investigated allegations that staff placed a resident in hospice against their wishes and did not follow the resident's legal documentation; found no preponderance of evidence to prove violations occurred, determining the resident's Power of Attorney made the decision in accordance with legal documents.
    • § 87303(g)(1)
    11 Jan 2024
    Found that incontinence care was not consistently provided for a bed-bound resident, grooming was neglected, clean linens were not changed as required, and hazardous items were left accessible. Interviews with residents and staff and photographs supported these concerns.
    11 Jan 2024
    Confirmed allegations of neglect in meeting incontinence care needs, grooming assistance, linen changes, and hazardous item safety for a resident at the facility.
    • § 87303(e)(2)
    • § 87555(b)(28)
    07 Dec 2023
    Found that the allegation that a resident sustained a fracture while in care had insufficient evidence to determine whether a caregiver caused it. Medical records showed no evidence of abuse or neglect at the time.
    07 Dec 2023
    Investigated allegation of resident sustaining fracture while in care, found insufficient evidence to support claim.
    29 Aug 2023
    Investigated the allegation that a refund was not provided to the authorized representative and found the claim unsubstantiated.
    29 Aug 2023
    Investigated an allegation that a refund was not provided correctly; determined that due to the resident's belongings being moved in and a settlement agreement, a generous refund was issued, and no financial discrepancies were identified.
    22 Jun 2023
    Investigated the eviction allegation and found that staff provided assistance with alternative housing and care options; resident confirmed the assistance and that a nurse practitioner helped arrange a new residence. Not enough evidence to prove or disprove the allegation.
    22 Jun 2023
    Confirmed allegations of eviction without assistance were unsubstantiated after interviews and document review.
    18 May 2023
    Identified issues across infection control, operations, safety, staffing, and resident health needs, including COVID screening no longer in place despite a mitigation plan, a missing dementia waiver, a hospice waiver for eight residents, and a fire clearance for 85 non-ambulatory residents. Also noted low water temperatures in several rooms, a wall in disrepair, a staffing CPR/First Aid training gap, and incomplete resident records, with some residents receiving home health and hospice services.
    18 May 2023
    Identified deficiencies in various areas including staffing, physical plant safety, and staff training during a recent inspection at the facility.
    02 May 2023
    Found substantiated that a staff member spoke inappropriately to a resident. Found unsubstantiated that staff failed to meet the resident’s hygiene needs and that medications were not administered on time.
    • § 87468.1(a)(1)
    02 May 2023
    Confirmed inappropriate staff behavior and late medication administration, but did not find evidence for hygiene neglect allegation.
    23 Mar 2023
    Investigated the allegations of inadequate shower assistance, absence of grab bars, untimely towel cleaning, and safeguarding belongings; interviews and record reviews showed showers were provided on schedule, bathrooms had grab bars, towels were cleaned promptly, and residents’ belongings were safeguarded, with no clear evidence supporting the allegations.
    23 Mar 2023
    Interviews and observations regarding allegations of inadequate shower assistance, lack of grab bars, delayed laundry services, and unsafeguarded belongings did not provide enough evidence to confirm the claims.
    • § 87465(c)(2)
    • § 87303(e)(3)
    • § 87303(e)(2)
    • § 1569.618(c)(3)
    • § 87303(a)
    13 Jan 2023
    Investigated a complaint alleging a resident began experiencing chest pain on December 11, with ongoing symptoms and no timely physician response. The resident was transported to the emergency department on December 15, where a rib fracture and elevated potassium were diagnosed.
    • § 87405
    • § 87466
    13 Jan 2023
    Determined there was not a preponderance of evidence to prove the allegation that the resident sustained a fracture while in care.
    13 Jan 2023
    Investigated allegation of resident sustaining an unexplained fracture while in care, but found insufficient evidence to support claim.
    • § 87464(f)(4)
    • § 87468.1(a)(2)
    • § 87307(d)(3)
    • § 87101(c)(3)
    27 Jul 2022
    Determined that a 30-day eviction notice issued on 6/9/22 listed heavy alcohol drinking in the resident's private room as the reason. Found that interviews indicated a long history of alcohol use and multiple related incidents, but there was not a preponderance of evidence to prove the eviction violation.
    27 Jul 2022
    Investigated an allegation of "unlawful eviction" related to a resident's excessive alcohol consumption, which was ultimately unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence. Conducted interviews and reviewed documents, confirming the resident's history of alcohol abuse that led to safety concerns and violations of the residency agreement.
    17 May 2022
    Found COVID-19 infection control measures were in place in common, isolation, and resident areas, with signage promoting hand hygiene, cough etiquette, and social distancing, and staff wearing masks. Identified deficiencies included plumbing issues in two rooms, broken blinds in one room, and medication record discrepancies such as a missing acetaminophen for one resident, prescribed medications not listed on the MAR for another, and no proof of medication refusal.
    17 May 2022
    Observed deficiencies in COVID-19 infection control practices and medication errors during the inspection.
    17 Dec 2021
    Identified that the fall on 10/10/2021 was not reported to licensing because the phone number for the authorized representative was incorrect, and the representative learned of the fall during a visit; the fall on 10/27/2021 was reported and 911 was called. Identified that the itemized bill included additional "Personal Service Rate" charges not listed in the residency agreement, and explanations for these charges were not provided promptly.
    • § 87211(a)(1)
    • § 1569.269(a)(21)
    17 Dec 2021
    Determined there is insufficient information to prove the allegation that staff did not follow the authorized representative's directive to reject the flu shot. Records and interviews showed the resident signed a flu shot consent and received the shot, and there was no power of attorney on file.
    17 Dec 2021
    Interviews and document review found insufficient evidence to support the allegation that staff failed to follow a directive regarding flu shot administration to a former resident.
    02 Jun 2021
    Investigated the allegation that the site was in disrepair, identifying ongoing plumbing and maintenance problems, including clogged toilets, a broken faucet handle, a jammed entrance door, and water damage, with residents reporting issues since late 2020.
    02 Jun 2021
    Investigated the claim that residents were not provided an adequate quantity of food and found insufficient evidence to prove the allegation.
    02 Jun 2021
    Confirmed that there were maintenance issues, including plumbing problems and broken fixtures, in the facility.
    • § 87303(a)
    • § 87465(c)(2)
    26 May 2021
    Identified infection-control deficiencies during a COVID-19-focused visit, including five of fourteen resident rooms lacking hand sanitizer and five residents missing medications. Also noted proper signs, masks worn by staff, two designated isolation areas, adequate food supplies with residents socially distanced, while the main entrance was temporarily closed and visitors screened and directed to the rear entrance.
    26 May 2021
    Found deficiencies in infection control practices, medication management, and supply storage during the inspection.
    • § 87303(a)
    11 Apr 2021
    Found that the allegations about leaving a resident in soiled clothing for extended periods, rooms smelling of urine, and denying incontinence products were not supported; residents were checked every two hours, incontinent products were provided or replenished as needed, and any odor issues were addressed.
    11 Apr 2021
    Interviews and records reviewed revealed that allegations regarding incontinence care, room odors, and denial of products were not proven to have occurred at the facility.
    08 Dec 2020
    Found that Allegation 1 that staff intimidated residents was denied by both residents and staff. Allegations 2 through 6 were not clearly supported: Allegation 2 about eviction threats was denied; Allegation 3 involved lost personal belongings with staff trying to locate them and residents feeling safe; Allegation 4 about incorrect medication denied; Allegation 5 about feeding concerns noted meals were provided with choices and residents were adequately fed; Allegation 6 about mishandling medications had insufficient evidence to determine.
    08 Dec 2020
    Investigated allegations of staff intimidation, threats of eviction, mishandling of medication, and improper feeding at the facility were unsubstantiated. Residents reported lost belongings and dissatisfaction with food quality, but overall felt safe and well-cared for.
    12 Feb 2020
    Investigated an allegation that a staff member yelled at a resident; insufficient evidence found to confirm or refute the claim. Conducted interviews with staff, residents, and family members, all indicating no observed yelling by the staff member in question.
    • § 87468.1(a)(2)
    • § 87465(c)(2)
    22 Oct 2019
    Interviews with staff and residents did not substantiate allegations of staff not meeting residents' needs. Residents reported staff are meeting their needs and providing appropriate care.

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