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Brookdale Brea

285 W Central Ave

Brea, CA 92821

110 beds • Est. 2007 (18 years)


FYI Safety Score

7.8 Fair

2 serious and 0 minor state citations across 12 state inspections, with 1 substantiated complaint. Last inspected in May 2026.

Safety data last updated July 2026

Part of the FYI Safety Scorecard, the independent safety rating for every California assisted living facility.


Why we like it

Brookdale Brea is a 110-bed assisted living community in Brea, a quiet residential city in North Orange County. Part of the Brookdale Senior Living chain, it combines national-scale resources with a strong local inspection record.

Brea offers a family-friendly setting with easy access to the rest of Orange County while maintaining a slower, more suburban pace.

  • Quiet North Orange County setting

    Brea is a residential city with a peaceful atmosphere, good restaurants, and easy freeway access to the rest of Orange County and the Inland Empire.

  • National operator backing

    Part of Brookdale Senior Living with standardized care protocols, training programs, and corporate quality oversight.

  • Large community resources

    At 110 beds, the community offers diverse activities, dining programs, and 24-hour staffing coverage.

  • Average safety record

    2 serious and 0 minor citations across 12 state inspections, with 1 verified complaint. Ask what's changed and how past issues were corrected when you visit.

  • Chain community trade-offs

    As a Brookdale property, the experience follows corporate standards which can feel less personalized than independently operated communities.


Pricing

Assisted Living

Studio$4,900/mo
1 Bedroom$7,200/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.


Where you'll live

285 W Central Ave, Brea, CA 92821

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Emergency Call System
Dining
Concierge
Activities Program
Beauty Salon
Library
Garden
Courtyard
Pet Friendly
Wi-Fi

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Brookdale Brea?
Brookdale Brea has a FYI Safety Score of 7.8 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 2 state citations and 1 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 12 inspections.
How much does Brookdale Brea cost?
Brookdale Brea starts at $4,900 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Brookdale Brea offer memory care?
Brookdale Brea does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does Brookdale Brea accept Medi-Cal?
Brookdale Brea is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Brookdale Brea last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Brookdale Brea was on 2026-05-21. The facility has received 12 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Brookdale Brea have?
Brookdale Brea has 2 state citations and 1 verified complaints since 2021 across 12 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 7.8 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Brookdale Brea been in operation?
Brookdale Brea has been licensed for 18 years in Brea, California, with a licensed capacity of 110 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
306003639
Size
110 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
May 1, 2007 (18 years)
Licensee
Brea Brea Llc; Emeritus Corporation
Administrator
Danny Vera
Phone
(714) 671-7898
Address
285 W Central Ave, Brea, CA 92821

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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