Brookdale Brea offers both Assisted Living and Independent Living, giving residents the option to match services to their current needs while remaining in the same community. Residents with mild dementia can be accommodated, and medical oversight includes wound care management, oxygen support, special diet preparation, and assistance for diabetics on oral medication. A registered nurse or licensed practical nurse is on staff and a nurse is on call around the clock. On-site podiatry is available, and fall-alert PERS devices link directly to staff. Staff members are trained in the use of walkers and wheelchairs and can provide standby, one-person, or two-person transfers. For personal care, full assistance is available with bathing, dressing, and toileting, while residents who can self-feed continue to do so.
The community maintains 24-hour awake staffing, background-checked employees, a fenced rear area, and dedicated security personnel at all times. An activity director coordinates daily programs, and monitoring continues throughout the night. These measures aim to support resident safety, allow quick response to emergencies, and create an environment where health conditions can be monitored and addressed promptly.
Accommodations range from studios to larger apartments. Some residences include private bathrooms, kitchenettes, independent temperature controls, cable service, and the option for residents to paint or decorate; availability of individual features varies by unit type. Housekeeping, linen changes, and personal laundry are included for Independent Living residents, with an additional monthly meal plan that can be scaled to individual use.
Dining is offered restaurant-style with meals prepared to order, plus snacks available throughout the day. Therapeutic and modified diets are routinely managed to support medical directives such as low-sodium, diabetic, or texture-modified menus. Independent Living residents who prefer to cook occasionally in their kitchenette can still rely on the community’s dining room for scheduled meals or choose a lighter monthly plan.
Residents have access to off-street parking, wheelchair-accessible common areas, an exercise room, a movie room, internet service, communal gardens, a barber and beauty shop, and on-site religious services. Transportation for medical appointments and errands is provided, and the community is close to public transit. Smoking is permitted only in designated outdoor areas, and pets are allowed; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.
