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Brookfield Healthcare Center

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise compassionate and attentive nursing staff. Still worth an in-person visit.

9300 Telegraph Road, Downey, CA 9024070 bedsLicensed & Active
5/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.9/5

based on 464 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is an excellent choice for families prioritizing high-quality physical therapy and a clean, vibrant environment. However, if your loved one has specific dietary preferences or requires strict nutritional variety, you should specifically inquire about the current meal planning and dietitian involvement.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

464 reviews on Google
Brookfield Healthcare Center is highly regarded by families for its exceptional rehabilitation services and a compassionate, family-like nursing staff. While most reviewers praise the cleanliness and engaging activities, some concerns have been raised regarding food variety and specific instances of communication lapses or neglect.

Quality Themes

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Food6.0Staff9.0Clean9.0Activities10.0Meds9.0MemoryN/AComms7.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
  • Excellent physical therapy and rehab team
  • Clean and well-maintained facility
  • Engaging and diverse activity programs
  • Welcoming and professional front desk staff

Concerns

  • Inconsistent food quality and lack of variety (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Communication issues with administration (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Instances of patient neglect or safety issues (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2344.92024(56)5.02025(100)4.92026(46)

Distribution · 202 analyzed

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4
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19 reviews posted between Aug 12, 2024Aug 16, 2024 · 19 were 5-star
13 reviews posted between May 30, 2025May 31, 2025 · 13 were 5-star
11 reviews posted between Nov 11, 2025Nov 13, 2025 · 11 were 5-star

How They Respond to Reviews

80%response rate
Good

The owner provides highly personalized responses that address specific family members, staff names, and particular departments mentioned in the reviews. The tone is consistently warm, appreciative, and professional.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about the physical therapy and rehab team here; could you tell us more about how they work with residents to regain independence?
  • 2The front desk staff seems so welcoming; how does the administration ensure that families stay updated on their loved one's care and health changes?
  • 3What kind of variety can we expect in the daily meal plans, and how do you handle specific dietary preferences or nutritional needs?
  • 4Since we want to ensure they stay active, could you describe some of the most engaging group activities or outings available for residents?
  • 5With the nursing staff being so highly regarded for their compassion, how do you manage care and safety during the overnight hours or in the event of a medical emergency?
  • 6We noticed the facility is very well-maintained; how does the team ensure a clean and comfortable environment for all 70 residents?

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Key Review Excerpts

The therapy team here is awesome. It’s always clean when I visit. It’s a very well managed facility, which inspires a lot of confidence.

Rehab patient · 2024★★★★★

The staff at Brookfield goes above and beyond for their patients ! From the nurses to activity coordinators and everyone involved in the patients’ care, they make their patients feel at home.

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★

The facility itself is always spotlessly clean and has a warm, inviting atmosphere. It is particularly impressive to witness the range of activities offered, which truly engages patients and helps them thrive.

Visitor · 2025★★★★★
Source: 464 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
1.01hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.20hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
31%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
20%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

11

measures

Worse Than Avg

1

measures

Mixed Results

5

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility2.5%
Better than Avg
Here
2.5%
US
15.5%
CA
11.7%
Los angeles
11.4%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility11.8%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
11.8%
US
19.4%
CA
10.7%
Los angeles
9.7%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility17.1%
Worse than Avg
Here
17.1%
US
14.4%
CA
10.4%
Los angeles
12.5%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
CA
98.6%
Los angeles
99.1%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility8.8%
Better than Avg
Here
8.8%
US
15.3%
CA
10.5%
Los angeles
9.5%
⚖️

Residents who lost too much weight

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
5.3%
CA
4.1%
Los angeles
4.8%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility99.6%
Better than Avg
Here
99.6%
US
81.8%
CA
94.2%
Los angeles
94.5%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility96.9%
Better than Avg
Here
96.9%
US
79.8%
CA
93.2%
Los angeles
92.5%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
1.6%
CA
1.5%
Los angeles
1.5%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

8deficiencies
Near state avg (15.4)
4 complaint-triggered

Brookfield Healthcare Center shows a concerning pattern with 38 deficiencies across six surveys, including four triggered by family complaints. The facility has persistent issues with care planning, medication management, and safety hazards that recur across multiple inspections from 2023-2025. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the repeated problems in core care areas suggest ongoing operational challenges that families should investigate thoroughly before placement.

Dec 5, 2025Routine
11
0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0760Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0804Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0321Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0353Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0355Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0920Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Jul 24, 2025Complaint
2
0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Oct 18, 2024Routine
14
0757Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

0552Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

0657Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0755Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0756Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

0211Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0223Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

0363Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0923Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Jul 31, 2024Complaint
1
0658Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Oct 13, 2023Routine
9
0689Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0755Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0908Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

0561Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

0582Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

0697Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

0211Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0351Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

Aug 1, 2023Complaint
1
0657Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Brookfield Healthcare Center

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

The Ensign Group

Chain Size

342 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 3.2/5 · Rank 100 of 328

Ownership & Management

Owners

Port, Barry

Individual is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any Adp of the Snf

Key personnel

Burnam, SoonManaging Control - Governing BodyFrischer, AlanManaging Control - Governing BodyHowell, DavidManaging Control - Governing BodyBurnam, SoonOfficer / DirectorKeetch, ChadOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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