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Photo of Brookdale Brea
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
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74 reviews
9.2
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74 reviews
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They get a 10 for all areas. They have been awesome for us. Nicest staff ever. Clean. They take excellent care of my mom. Food is great and mom loves good food. Lots of activities. They take care of her...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
This Is HomeRemember the good ole days when you stayed up late with your friends, sharing secrets and telling stories? You spent hours together, playing games and exploring all the possibilities the world had to offer. Best of all, you experienced that sweet sense of belonging that we all crave....
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8.9
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10 reviews
8.9
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10 reviews
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The staff seams nice and friendly, whole place is really nice. Can't speak on the food but my parents have enjoyed it all. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Cogir of Brea is located in the heart of Brea, next to the Brea Mall and Brea Community Center near the 57/Imperial Exit. Residents will enjoy upscale amenities and services to enrich every phase of life. Discover a new artistic talent you never knew you had. Join a book club and meet new...
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11 Photo available
44 Floor plans available
8.5
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15 reviews
8.5
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15 reviews
5 star
86%
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7%
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Capriana at Brea is the best place to live for seniors - there is something for everyone. Besides the beautiful dining rooms, theater, library, spacious apartments, gardens, and pool area, there are events,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Capriana is a luxury retirement community set on a verdant property with beautiful views, award-winning dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. Shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment are all within walking distance. Friends and neighbors appreciate our salon,...
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88 Floor plans available
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9.9
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26 reviews
9.9
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26 reviews
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The newness and nice decor along with great memory care are the main reasons we chose Sunrise of Orange. The staff are extremely helpful.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Set in the heart of Orange County, Sunrise of Orange is where superior service and tailored support come together. Our assisted living and memory care community offers an array of modern amenities, delicious dining options, and services to create a lifestyle tailored to your personal interests....
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55 Floor plans available
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9.9
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63 reviews
9.9
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63 reviews
5 star
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A Place for Mom was extremely helpful in setting up visits to three highly rated assisted living homes. Sunrise Senior Living of Yorba Linda was the cleanest, friendliest, and most homey facility. We...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sunrise of Yorba Linda is located in a quiet, residential community at Lakeview and Lemon. We are within steps of the new Yorba Linda Library and Cultural Center and across the street from the Yorba Linda Towne Center complete with shops, eateries and theatres. We are also within minutes of ...
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88 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.8
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61 reviews
9.8
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61 reviews
5 star
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Everyone is friendly, the staff as well as residents. We can select what we want to eat. We can substitute food for another food, etc. There are some good activities and classes. There are scenic drives and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Oakmont of Orange is a luxury retirement community set on a beautiful campus with industry-renowned dining and an abundance of on-site amenities. We are also within walking distance of shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment. In our retirement community, where friends and...
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55 Floor plans available
9.6
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70 reviews
9.6
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70 reviews
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Staff is very friendly and helpful. The grounds are very nice and well kept. I would recommend this community to others who are currently searching for a place.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bridgecreek provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in a quiet suburb of Los Angeles, you'll love our beautiful grounds, elegant facilities and the convenience of being in the middle of it all. We're close to shopping, recreation and healthcare. Our...
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1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.5
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109 reviews
9.5
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109 reviews
5 star
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Brookdale Anaheim has turned out to be a wonderful place for my mom. She is very happy there. The staff is wonderful and she loves the food and her fellow residents. They have lots of great activities and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Your Best Chapter YetIt’s time to write a new chapter of your life—and this one is going to be your best chapter yet. It includes all kinds of enriching and inspiring activities, events and excursions, freedom to rekindle a passion for former interests and discover new ones, and a community of...
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9.4
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89 reviews
9.4
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89 reviews
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My mom was well taken care of during her stay there. The staff was kind and supportive. The food was plentiful and nutritious. I was very happy with our experience.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Crescendo Senior Living, the gentle swaying of palm trees invites you to come in, relax and stay awhile. In the heart of the beautiful city of Placentia in north Orange County, you’ll find an amazing Senior Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care community. Crescendo Senior Living is filled...
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1818 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
9.3
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47 reviews
9.3
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47 reviews
5 star
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Overall experience - Could not be better. Cleanliness - Great Staff- Very friendly Quality of care - Absolutely no problems Admin staff - Helpfull and willing to do whatever is required. Meals - Very good...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Experience Life at Emerald CourtEvery day at Emerald Court is a delight, with a central location close to everything and a variety of services, including wellness programs and social activities to complete the experience. Emerald Court has been in Anaheim for 28 years. Many of our staff have...
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Photo of Regency Grand of West Covina
1515 Photos available
9.3
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56 reviews
9.3
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56 reviews
5 star
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I am very happy with finding this gem of a place for my brother. The residents and staff are friendly, they have lots of activities he can join each day and his apartment is clean and spacious. The outside...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We at Regency Grand at West Covina, know that transitioning into assisted living is about making your senior comfortable, and helping them in getting the best when it comes to senior care, senior living, and more. We are located in beautiful West Covina, California, and we are proud to offer the...
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Photo of La Mirada Heights
1212 Photos available
3030 Floor plans available
9.3
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84 reviews
9.3
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84 reviews
5 star
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Definitely the community engagement. She says the building is always comfortable temperature-wise. The maintenance and repair staff are awesome
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Palms provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Bathed in the bright sun of southern California, The Palms is nestled in a very quiet suburb of Los Angeles, right next to Orange County. You'll love our friendly staff and everything there is to see and do just...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Bradford
1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.2
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44 reviews
9.2
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44 reviews
5 star
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Tour the the facility. What you experience is the daily living environment. Yes, we would recommend Ivy Park at Bradford to other families based on the experience so far.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Ivy Park at Bradford is a senior living community convenient to Yorba Linda and Fullerton, as well as popular casual dining and shopping centers. The property offers beautiful spaces, indoors and out, to gather with friends and family—as well as resident garden beds and a community center. At Ivy...
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9.2
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4 reviews
9.2
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4 reviews
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The SLC is a wonderful place to live from the executive director down all staff members, residents are treated with respect and a caring attitude. The dining room service delicious food on a varied menu and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Sunnycrest Senior Living
1111 Photos available
9.2
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63 reviews
9.2
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63 reviews
5 star
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Very friendly and accommodating staff from our initial point of contact for securing the unit, to the medication staff and dining folks. Upon move-in, they loaned us furniture and even some clothing as my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Sunnycrest, we prioritize a compassionate, personalized approach to assisted living. Our dedicated team is committed to providing exceptional care and ensuring that every resident’s unique needs and preferences are met with the utmost respect and attention. From our thoughtfully designed...
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9.1
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54 reviews
9.1
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54 reviews
5 star
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I found the place to be nice cheery and clean. The staff was nice and friendly. The place had a very nice court yard for people to walk around in. I loved the court yard. The food was good for the most part...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Step into Whittier Place Senior Living and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping.Sit in the...
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Photo of Oakmont of Chino Hills
1010 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.0
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38 reviews
9.0
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38 reviews
5 star
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Overall the staff was great, sensitive to my mom's needs and to my expectations. If there was an issue it was resolved quickly. Dining experience was good, food was good; however, the serving staff could...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Oakmont of Chino Hills is a beautiful retirement community set on a verdant property with stunning views, award-winning cuisine, and an abundance of on-site amenities. Additionally, we are within walking distance of shopping, exquisite dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment. You’ll feel...
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Photo of Brookdale Nohl Ranch
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.9
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60 reviews
8.9
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60 reviews
5 star
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I would say all of the categories are five. You can also get a discount if you ask for it. It's up to the resident how much they want to participate in the activities. There are several options everyday. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Good Times in Good CompanyNestled on three beautiful acres in Anaheim, California, you might accidentally mistake our assisted living community for a resort. As soon as you walk through the doors, you’ll understand why all the residents seems so genuinely happy to be here. The seniors and...
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Photo of Meridian at Anaheim Hills
1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.8
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138 reviews
8.8
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138 reviews
5 star
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Quality of care is a five and I would rate it higher if I could. . A quote from my mom is, "Who couldn't like it here?" I feel like family. I can hear my mom talking, laughing, or singing every day when I'm...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in prestigious Anaheim Hills, California, The Meridian At Anaheim Hills is a full-service, resort-style retirement community. Whether you are rediscovering what retirement means to you, or looking for a home that provides continuing care, The Meridian At Anaheim Hills has innovative...
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1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.7
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29 reviews
8.7
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29 reviews
5 star
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The staff was so nice from the moment I arrived, during visits with my brother, and extremely caring and supportive when my brother passed. That continued when I returned to collect his belongings. I highly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Centrally located in California's famed Orange County just a short drive from the excitement of Los Angeles and the beauty of the Pacific Ocean, Kirkwood Orange is a well-equipped Assisted Living and Memory Care community offering a full range of supportive care services. Our rare blend of modern...
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8.5
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27 reviews
8.5
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27 reviews
5 star
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My 87-year old mother moved into the memory care unit called Evergreen in mid-[date removed] after being diagnosed with vascular dementia. The staff has been supportive, helpful and cooperative from the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Ivy Park at Fullerton is a vibrant senior living community nestled in the lively city of Fullerton. Just off the I-5 and 91 freeway, Ivy Park is within minutes from St. Jude Hospital and it’s surrounding medical centers. Residents at Ivy Park enjoy the city’s picturesque parks, historic buildings...
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8.5
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43 reviews
8.5
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43 reviews
5 star
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My experience with Posada has been wonderful. The staff is not only kind and compassionate but also highly skilled. They treat every resident with dignity and respect, creating a warm and welcoming...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care we encourage and support independence while offering assisted living. We offer services personalized to meet individual needs. We believe that our residents deserve the very best personalized care possible. You’ll find us in historic uptown Whittier,...
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11 Photo available
8.0
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30 reviews
8.0
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30 reviews
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[name removed] and [name removed] really made my experience here at Grace Retirement enjoyable. The food was actually really good and tasty. The staff cared about my grandma. They speak Korean and serve...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Well situated between Los Angeles and Orange County, La Habra Villa (LHV) is a beautiful community which provides independent, assisted living, and memory care to seniors in the area. Our team of professionally trained and courteous staff has been providing personal senior care at La Habra Villa...
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1212 Photos available
8.0
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42 reviews
8.0
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42 reviews
5 star
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The staff is very friendly and helpful. They do offer activities, but it is limited to old people stuff, per mom. They come and clean and do laundry once a week. The place is always clean when I visit. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Define your day, every day.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our community with both assisted living and memory care in Walnut, California, could be right for you.  You’ll have assistance with...
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8.0
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17 reviews
8.0
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17 reviews
5 star
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This facility/staff is very caring for the patients and residents- it is reasonably priced, when money is definitely a budget factor. Not the most fancy, but clean and caring. When time is a factor for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Kaego's Richman Gardens Community Centers were the first in California to be built with a specially designed floor plan for those with Alzheimer's disease and memory impairment. Each care center is spread across two acres of land and offers extensive walking paths, beautiful rose gardens, and...

Cost of independent living in Brea, CA

The average cost of senior living in Brea is $4,011 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chino, CA with an average of $3,622 per month.

Independent living costs in Brea, CA, vs. nearby cities

Brea, CA
$4,011/mo
$4,061/mo
$4,125/mo

Independent living costs in Brea, CA, vs. state and national averages

Brea, CA
$4,011/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Brea, CA, vs. other senior living options

$4,847/mo
Independent Living
$4,011/mo

Independent living costs in Brea, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,203/mo
Studio
$5,182/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,754/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,031/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,336/mo

Senior living costs in Brea vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Brea, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBrea, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,011/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,051/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,847/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Brea, CA:$4,011/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Brea, CA:$4,051/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Brea, CA:$4,847/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Brea, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Brea and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Brea, CACA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Brea, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Brea have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Brea, CA$3,461/mo$3,542/mo-2.3%
California$3,692/mo$3,631/mo+1.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Brea, CA
2024 average cost:$3,461/mo
2023 average cost:$3,542/mo
Percent change:-2.3%
California
2024 average cost:$3,692/mo
2023 average cost:$3,631/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Brea

Recent reviews for independent living in Brea

Kirkwood Orange

5.0
My loved one received excellent, loving care from the Kirkwood family. I highly recommend this facility. The staff is very responsive to all my concerns. I highly recommend this facility. My loved one was very happy there.

La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care in Whittier, CA

5.0
Everything seems to rate a 10. With the exception of house cleaning. My sister notices when my mom's recliner is up there's stuff under it and around. As for myself when I've called about issues I haven't gotten a call back or I have to call again to have the director call me back. My ...
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Vista Del Mar Senior Living in Long Beach, CA

4.8
My Brother has been a resident of Vista del Mar Senior Living for nearly 3 years, and we were very happy with our choice. We had problems finding another Assisted Living facility in Culver City, and Vista del Mar was perfect. It has met all of my Brother's needs and he has been very happy ...
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Brea independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brea independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brea, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Brea independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Brea partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brea, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
46.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Brea independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Brea communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brea, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
43.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brea independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Brea offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brea, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
50.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
49.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.2%
46.4%
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