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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Brea, CA for 2024

The city of Brea is located in the Los Angeles region and is home to approximately 47,000 residents, 16% of whom are at least 65 years old. It supports seniors' health and well-being through high access to affordable health care, and Social Security benefits are tax-exempt in this community, which may protect seniors' financial security. 

Seniors in Brea also benefit from a range of long-term care solutions, including several high-quality assisted living facilities. These residential facilities have trained caregivers who administer services such as help with bathing, dressing and personal grooming according to individualized care plans. Residents can enjoy daily meals, access transportation services, and social and recreational activities. Many facilities also permit pets. On average, assisted living facilities in Brea charge $5,250 per month for care. This is equal to the California norm but high compared to the national average of $4,500.

In this guide, readers can find more information on assisted living in Brea, including details on how care costs compare to other local long-term care options. This guide also lists some of the most common ways seniors in this city pay for long-term care.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Brea

In Brea, assisted living facilities are regulated through the California Department of Social Services, Senior Care Licensing Program. This department has a strict licensing process and conducts routine inspections to ensure a consistently high standard of care for residents, and it operates a complaint hotline for those who experience problems with their care.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Brea

  • The air quality in the Brea region is relatively poor, which may be a consideration for some seniors who are managing certain health conditions. The American Lung Association gives the city an F for 24-hour particle pollution and ozone pollution levels. However, it gets a passing grade for annual particle pollution.
  • California taxes most types of retirement income at some of the highest income tax rates in the nation, which can impact seniors’ budgets for long-term care. However, Social Security benefits are exempt for all seniors regardless of income.
  • The Orange County Transportation Authority operates fixed-route and paratransit services in Brea and can help older adults attend personal errands and medical appointments. Those aged 60 and over are eligible for a reduced fare. To get this discount, riders must show a state-issued ID or Medicare card.
  • Brea’s overall cost of living is high even by California’s standards, which may be a consideration for some seniors with limited incomes. On a cost of living index based on national norms of 100, the city scores 168.7, about 20 points over the state score. This is primarily because of high housing costs, which seniors may be able to avoid by opting for assisted living.
  • Health care costs in Brea come in about 11% below the national norm, which may make care financially accessible to more seniors. There are no major hospitals in the city proper, but several are located within easy driving distance, including Providence St. Jude Medical Center in Fullerton and Placentia-Linda Hospital in Placentia.

Paying for Assisted Living in Brea

Assisted living communities in Brea charge monthly rates of $5,250 for services.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Assisted living residents in Brea pay $5,250 per month on average for residential care, which is equal to California’s norm but well above the national average of $4,500. Those seeking more economically priced care may consider assisted living options in Bakersfield or Riverside, where rates are below those in Brea at $3,750 and $4,000, respectively. However, Brea is an affordable alternative to San Diego, where facilities charge $5,475 for care, and El Centro, where monthly rates are even higher at $6,150.

    Brea

    $5,250

    California

    $5,250

    United States

    $4,500

    San Diego

    $5,475

    El Centro

    $6,150

    Riverside

    $4,000

    Bakersfield

    $3,750

    The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

    In Brea, assisted living is moderately priced compared to other senior care options, with residents paying $5,250 per month for housing and custodial care. This is about $660 less than the cost of in-home care and home health care, which include a similar scope of services in the individual’s home. Seniors with more extensive medical and personal care needs pay higher rates of $9,125 for nursing home care, while those who live at home and attend adult day health care pay $1,652 for services.

      In-Home Care

      $5,911

      Home Health Care

      $5,911

      Adult Day Health Care

      $1,652

      Assisted Living Facility

      $5,250

      Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

      $9,125

      Note: Data for Brea was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.

      Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Brea

      Med-Cali Home and Community-Based Services, Assisted Living Waiver, , Supplemental Security Income and the Optional State Supplement are three financial assistance programs available to eligible seniors in Brea.

      Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.

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      More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

      While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

      • Veterans Benefits
      • Life Insurance Policy
      • Long-Term Care Insurance
      • Reverse Mortgage

      For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.

      Free Assisted Living Resources in Brea

      Brea and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

      To see a list of free assisted living resources in Brea, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.

      Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Brea

      Brea Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.

      Laws and Regulations in California

      Reviews of Communities Nearby

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      Review of Brookdale Brea

      I toured Brookdale Brea. I thought that was an excellent location. They're very structured. I had a really good tour. They have a lot of programs for seniors with different levels of care, and the...

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      Mark

      I visited this facility

      Review of Brookdale Brea

      Brookdale Brea was on a busy street, but overall, the place was amazing. They have all kinds of stuff there. They take them to the movies, sometimes to the beach. They have bingo, people that come...

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      Denise

      I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

      Review of Brookdale Brea

      Brookdale Brea is very thorough and very informative. My mother-in-law was able to pick her own room and have a carpet installed for herself. She's very picky, but she's very happy with the food...

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