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    Brookdale Central Whittier

    8101 Painter Avenue, Whittier, CA 90602, USA
    • Assisted living
    For pricing and availability(510) 508-4507

    Pricing

    $2,468+/moSuiteAssisted Living

    Amenities

    Healthcare services

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

    Healthcare staffing

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

    Meals and dining

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

    Room

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

    Transportation

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

    Common areas

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

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

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

    4.08 · 115 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.1
    • Staff

      4.1
    • Meals

      3.9
    • Building

      4.2
    • Value

      3.8

    Location

    Map showing location of Brookdale Central Whittier

    About Brookdale Central Whittier

    Brookdale Central Whittier is an assisted living community located in Whittier, California, where residents are encouraged to redefine their independence while receiving the personalized support they need. The community is designed for seniors who wish to embrace a vibrant lifestyle with the reassurance that compassionate staff are available to assist with daily living activities. The environment at Brookdale Central Whittier allows residents to focus on enjoying life, whether that means spending time with loved ones, participating in engaging activities, or simply relaxing in the comfort of their private apartments.

    Each resident at Brookdale Central Whittier receives a personalized service plan, uniquely tailored to individual needs and preferences. Trained caregivers offer assistance with daily living, including help with dressing, bathing, and medication management, always striving to balance independence with compassionate support. Residents can take part in engaging activities designed to stimulate the mind, body, and spirit, such as painting workshops, social hours, music groups, and B-Fit exercise classes. These shared experiences not only promote wellness but also foster the development of new friendships and lasting memories within the community.

    Accommodations at Brookdale Central Whittier are inviting and comfortable, featuring cozy apartments with spacious living areas, private bathrooms, large sunny windows, and ample closet space. Select apartments even offer private balconies or patios, providing an extra touch of tranquility for residents. Semi-private rooms are also available for those seeking more affordable options. The community takes care of essential chores and home upkeep, ensuring that residents have less to worry about and more time to enjoy all that life at Brookdale Central Whittier has to offer. Dining and housekeeping services are included, with delicious healthy meals served in the community dining room, and amenities such as a salon, community theater, game room, and patio available for residents’ enjoyment.

    Brookdale Central Whittier offers a special Personal Solutions program, designed to make daily living even more convenient. Through this program, residents and their families can order personal care items—such as toothpaste, mouthwash, hand and body soap, hearing aid batteries, shaving products, hygiene items, and more—to be delivered directly to their door. Orders can be set up as recurring monthly shipments or requested as needed, always arriving in discreet packaging to ensure privacy. The cost of these items is conveniently added to the resident’s monthly bill, removing the need for extra trips to the store and making life at Brookdale Central Whittier even more seamless.

    The community is also thoughtfully situated near local attractions, offering easy access to green spaces like Penn Park for peaceful days outdoors, and cultural spots such as the Whittier Museum, which provides insight into the area's rich history. For social afternoons, residents can visit nearby locations like the Whittwood Town Center, home to inviting cafés and outdoor seating perfect for time with friends. At Brookdale Central Whittier, residents experience the right combination of quality care and independence, all within a welcoming and supportive environment designed to help them live life to the fullest.

    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.

    People often ask...

    State of California Inspection Reports

    22

    Inspections

    7

    Type A Citations

    14

    Type B Citations

    6

    Years of reports

    19 Apr 2024
    Identified deficiencies in various areas of the facility during the inspection.
    • § 87303(e)(2)
    • § 87555(b)(28)
    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.
    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.
    • § 87101(c)(3)
    • § 87307(d)(3)
    • § 87464(f)(4)
    • § 87468.1(a)(2)
    07 Dec 2023
    Investigated allegation of resident sustaining fracture while in care, found insufficient evidence to support claim.
    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
    Confirmed allegations of eviction without assistance were unsubstantiated after interviews and document review.
    18 May 2023
    Identified deficiencies in various areas including staffing, physical plant safety, and staff training during a recent inspection at the facility.
    • § 87303(e)(2)
    • § 87303(e)(3)
    • § 87465(c)(2)
    • § 1569.618(c)(3)
    • § 87303(a)
    02 May 2023
    Confirmed inappropriate staff behavior and late medication administration, but did not find evidence for hygiene neglect allegation.
    • § 87468.1(a)(1)
    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.
    13 Jan 2023
    Investigated allegation of resident sustaining an unexplained fracture while in care, but found insufficient evidence to support claim.
    13 Jan 2023
    Reviewed that a resident experienced chest and right-side pain due to a rib fracture, with the facility failing to obtain timely medical attention despite multiple complaints, and the issue was only addressed after a visit from a home health nurse.
    • § 87466
    • § 87405
    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
    Observed deficiencies in COVID-19 infection control practices and medication errors during the inspection.
    • § 87465(c)(2)
    • § 87303(a)
    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.
    17 Dec 2021
    Confirmed staff did not inform the authorized representative of a resident's fall resulting in an injury, and also did not properly provide an itemized bill to the family.
    • § 1569.269(a)(21)
    • § 87211(a)(1)
    02 Jun 2021
    Investigated the allegation that residents were not provided with an adequate quantity of food and found insufficient evidence to support the claim, leading to an unsubstantiated conclusion. Conducted interviews and reviewed meal service practices, which showed that residents received approved servings and had options for additional food if requested.
    02 Jun 2021
    Confirmed that there were maintenance issues, including plumbing problems and broken fixtures, in the facility.
    • § 87303(a)
    26 May 2021
    Found deficiencies in infection control practices, medication management, and supply storage during the inspection.
    • § 87468.1(a)(2)
    • § 87465(c)(2)
    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
    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.
    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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