See every facility — official ratings, family reviews, no referral fees.
Assisted Living

Brookdale Brea

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight compassionate and professional staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

285 W Central Ave, Brea, CA 92821110 bedsLicensed & Active
Google rating
4.8/5

based on 26 Google reviews

5
4
3
2
1
Brookdale Brea Assisted Living in Brea, CA — Street View
Street View

Watch Brookdale Brea

Get an email when new inspections, ratings, or penalties are published for this facility.

We’ll only email you about this — no spam, unsubscribe anytime.

What this means for your family

This facility offers an exceptional social environment with wonderful dining and a staff that many families describe as being like family. However, due to a highly serious report of medication mismanagement, families must prioritize auditing the facility's specific protocols for reading physician discharge orders and medication changes.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

26 reviews on Google
Families will find a warm and welcoming community characterized by highly attentive, caring staff and a robust schedule of social activities and field trips. While many residents enjoy the high-quality dining and clean facilities, there is a critical report of a serious medication management error and a specific concern regarding communication lapses.

Quality Themes

Tap a score for details
Food9.0Staff9.0Clean10.0Activities9.0Meds1.0MemoryN/AComms3.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and professional staff
  • Engaging social activities and field trips
  • High-quality dining and responsive chefs
  • Clean and well-maintained environment

Concerns

  • Medication management errors
  • Communication lapses

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2345.02017(1)5.02019(1)5.02021(8)5.02022(1)5.02023(5)5.02024(7)4.12025(7)

Distribution · 30 analyzed

5
28
4
0
3
1
2
0
1
1

How They Respond to Reviews

8%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1I noticed how much people praise the dining experience and the chefs here; could you tell me more about how the menus are planned and how much input residents have in their meals?
  • 2The social activities and field trips seem like a real highlight of life at Brookdale Brea; what kind of outings or group events are currently popular with the residents?
  • 3Could you walk me through your specific process for medication administration and how you ensure there are no errors in the daily routine?
  • 4What is the best way for family members to stay in the loop regarding daily updates or any changes in a resident's well-being?
  • 5In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what is the immediate protocol and how quickly can help arrive?
  • 6The facility looks incredibly well-maintained and clean; how often are the common areas and resident rooms deep-cleaned?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

The staff are great and cordial. We find any request is answered quickly and thoroughly with a smile. Our apartment is roomy and almost like our old home.

Long-term resident · 2025★★★★★

A licensed nurse on staff failed to read the discharge order thoroughly to continue the medication as previously prescribed and withheld this same life sustaining medication

Family member of former resident · 2025☆☆☆☆

The staff there are beyond excellent. From the front desk through the executive director every staff member we have come in contact with have treated us like family.

Long-term resident's family · 2024★★★★★
Source: 26 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: CA Community Care Licensing Division

12total
1 Type A— immediate health risk
1 Type B— non-compliance
Clean record— no deficiencies found
May 21, 2026Complaint
Clean

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

May 1, 2026Inspection
Clean

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Jul 29, 2025Other
Clean

The facility underwent an unannounced visit to follow up on an Unusual Incident Report. The Licensing Program Analyst interviewed the resident and staff regarding an incident that occurred previously. The report concludes that the facility appears to be in compliance with all regulations, and no deficiencies were cited on this date.

Apr 29, 2025Inspection
Clean

The facility underwent an unannounced Annual Required Evaluation. The inspection covered physical plant, food supply, and resident care observations. Overall, the facility appears to be in compliance with Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations, with no deficiencies cited on this date.

Feb 19, 2025Other
Clean

The facility underwent an unannounced case management visit to follow up on a Special Incident Report regarding a resident's fall. The report details discussions with staff and family members regarding the incident and the resident's care plan. Overall, the facility was found to be in compliance with Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations, with no deficiencies cited on this date.

Dec 31, 2024Complaint
Clean

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

Nov 1, 2024Other
Clean

The facility underwent an unannounced case management visit to follow up on an Unusual Incident Report. The Licensing Program Analyst interviewed the resident and the administrator, reviewing the incident details. The report concludes that the facility appears to be in compliance with Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations, with no deficiencies cited on this date.

Jul 19, 2024Inspection
Clean

The facility underwent an unannounced, required annual inspection on July 19, 2024. The Licensing Program Analyst observed that the facility was clean, and all areas inspected, including the kitchen, were found to be in safe and healthful condition. No deficiencies or concerns were noted during the visit.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Brea Brea LLC; Emeritus Corporation

Administrator

DANNY VERA

Source: State licensing data

Contact

Get in Touch

Contact this facility directly and verify the details that matter most to your family.

References & Resources

EveryPlace is a research directory. Facility information is compiled from public sources — Medicare.gov, state licensing portals, Google Places, and publicly available street-level imagery. Listings do not constitute endorsement, recommendation, or advertisement, and we do not accept payment for placement. Families should verify all details directly with the facility and the original sources linked above before making any care decisions. See our Research Policy for our editorial standards, correction process, and image-removal policy.

Nearby Alternatives

Call