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Discovery Commons Whittier

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight compassionate and attentive care team. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

12315 Burgess Avenue, Whittier, CA 90604125 bedsLicensed & Active
Google rating
4.6/5

based on 84 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is an excellent choice if you prioritize a warm, clean, and highly attentive care team, especially for memory care needs. However, you should prepare for potential financial volatility, as recent reviews highlight significant and sudden increases in monthly rental costs.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

84 reviews on Google
Discovery Commons Whittier (formerly Whittier Place) is highly regarded for its exceptionally compassionate staff and a warm, home-like atmosphere that many families find comforting. While the facility is praised for its cleanliness and high-quality dining, some families have expressed significant concern regarding substantial recent rent increases and occasional issues with laundry care.

Quality Themes

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Food9.0Staff9.0Clean10.0Activities8.0MedsN/AMemory9.0Comms8.0Value3.0

Strengths

  • Compassionate and attentive care team
  • Clean and beautifully maintained environment
  • High-quality, flavorful dining options
  • Engaging activities and programming
  • Strong, hands-on leadership

Concerns

  • Significant increase in monthly rent/pricing (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Issues with laundry/clothing damage
  • Safety/theft incidents in the past

Rating Trends

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14 reviews posted between Oct 8, 2024Oct 10, 2024 · 14 were 5-star
14 reviews posted between Feb 19, 2024Feb 21, 2024 · 14 were 5-star

How They Respond to Reviews

100%response rate
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The owner provides highly personalized responses that frequently mention specific staff members and details mentioned in the reviews. They demonstrate empathy in negative reviews by offering direct contact with leadership or stating that corporate is investigating.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1It's wonderful to see how well-maintained and clean the facility is; what specific routines do you have in place to keep the environment looking this beautiful?
  • 2We've heard great things about the quality of the dining options here; could you tell us more about how the menus are planned and if there are options for specific dietary needs?
  • 3Since the leadership team seems very involved and responsive to feedback, how do they typically communicate important facility updates or changes to the families?
  • 4What kind of daily activities and social programming do you offer to help residents stay engaged and connected with one another?
  • 5How does the care team handle medical emergencies or urgent health changes during the overnight hours?
  • 6How do you manage the laundry process to ensure that residents' clothing is handled carefully and stays organized?

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Key Review Excerpts

My parents were both residents here. My Dad was in memory care. The team here did such a great job and were so caring. It took so much off my mind to know they were in fantastic care.

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

The facility itself is clean, well-maintained, and offers a variety of amenities to ensure the comfort and happiness of its residents. The staff goes above and beyond to create a warm and welcoming environment

Family member · 2024★★★★★

Discovery Commons Whittier came in and bumped up the price $3,000- $4500. The increase had my mom’s rent go from $6500 to $10,000.

Resident's family · 2025☆☆☆☆
Source: 84 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: CA Community Care Licensing Division

21total
9 Type A— immediate health risk
12 Type B— non-compliance
Clean record— no deficiencies found
May 22, 2026Complaint
Clean

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

Jan 29, 2026Complaint
Clean

This report details a complaint investigation conducted on 01/29/2026 regarding allegations of staff neglect resulting in a fall and inadequate hydration. Both allegations were ultimately found to be unsubstantiated based on the evidence reviewed during the investigation.

Nov 14, 2025Inspection
Clean

The unannounced annual inspection identified three deficiencies. Two deficiencies (CCR 87309(a) and 87309(b)) are classified as Type A, indicating immediate risks related to unsecured hazardous materials and personal items. One Type B deficiency (CCR 87468(c)(2)(A)) concerns the failure to post required resident rights information in the main entryway.

Apr 17, 2025Complaint
Clean

This report details the findings of a complaint investigation regarding allegations of neglect, inadequate hygiene care, and delayed medical treatment for a resident. All three allegations were reviewed, and the investigator concluded that there was insufficient evidence to prove any violation occurred.

Dec 5, 2024Other
Clean

The unannounced Case Management visit was conducted to investigate a self-reported incident of suspected elder abuse. The investigator interviewed staff and residents and reviewed documentation. No deficiencies were issued, and the report concluded there was no evidence of neglect or lack of supervision.

Nov 21, 2024Inspection
Clean

The facility underwent an unannounced annual inspection. The inspector noted that the facility was compliant with all California Code of Regulations, Title 22. No deficiencies were cited during the visit.

Oct 1, 2024Complaint
Clean

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

Jul 26, 2024Complaint
Clean

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Whittier CA Senior Housing, LLC; Atsc II, LLC

Administrator

CASTILLO,JOSHUA

Source: State licensing data

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