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Brea Retreat in Brea, CA

Brea Retreat is an assisted living and memory care community in Brea, CA.

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Brea Retreat

1318 W.Alta Mesa Drive, Brea, CA 92821

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4.1 from 28 reviews
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Brea Retreat Costs & Pricing

Brea Retreat offers competitive pricing that reflects its commitment to providing quality care in a desirable location. For semi-private rooms, the cost is $3,500 per month, which is slightly above the average for Orange County at $3,431 but lower than the state average of $3,333. The private room option is priced at $4,000, aligning closely with Orange County's average of $4,104 while remaining more affordable than the broader California average of $3,939. For those seeking more space and privacy, the one-bedroom units are available for $4,500 per month - this rate remains highly competitive compared to both the county's average of $4,380 and California's average of $4,340. Overall, Brea Retreat provides a balanced approach to pricing within its specific market context.

Floor plansBrea RetreatOrange CountyCalifornia
Semi-Private$3,500$3,431$3,333
Private$4,000$4,104$3,939
1 Bedroom$4,500$4,380$4,340

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Overall Review of Brea Retreat

common 7 reviews mention this

Staff is consistently helpful

Residents and families repeatedly describe the staff as helpful and attentive.

Many reviewers describe a warm, responsive day-to-day experience with staff who are easy to work with and supportive for families. Several comments call out staff as cheerful, caring, and accommodating, including help with daily needs and emergencies. Multiple residents also say they feel well cared for and that the overall service keeps them comfortable and confident in their choice.

common 5 reviews mention this

Dining stands out as a strong point

Food is a recurring highlight, with residents praising quality and variety.

Food shows up often in reviews, with residents and families describing it as good, gourmet, and a daily pleasure. One reviewer also notes that residents tend to praise the food, even while raising concerns about how kitchen operations are handled. Overall, dining is described as more than basic meals, with standout dinner specials and an enjoyable dining experience.

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Grounds and setting feel welcoming

Reviewers describe the community’s grounds as beautiful and thoughtfully set up.

Several reviews focus on the physical setting, including landscaped outdoor areas and well-designed living spaces. Families mention the grounds are beautiful and that the environment supports an easy senior lifestyle. Others describe the overall feel of the community as relaxing, which matches the emphasis on a pleasant, home-like atmosphere.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 6 resident community capacity 6 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Amenities

  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private Private
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Long Beach (Daugherty) (16 miles away) Long Beach (Daugherty) (16 miles away)
  • John Wayne Orange Co (19 miles away) John Wayne Orange Co (19 miles away)
  • Ontario International (20 miles away) Ontario International (20 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Brea, California, this neighborhood offers a convenient and accessible location for seniors looking to settle down. With several medical centers nearby such as St Jude's Heritage Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente, quality healthcare is easily accessible. In addition, there are multiple pharmacies in the area for medication needs. Seniors can also enjoy various parks like La Bonita Park and Craig Regional Park for outdoor activities. A variety of dining options ranging from fast food to fine dining are available, as well as cafes for a cozy atmosphere to enjoy coffee or tea. For entertainment, theaters such as AMC Puente Hills 20 are close by. Nearby hospitals include Ahmc Whittier Hospital Medical Center and Anaheim Regional Medical Center for any specialized medical needs. Public transportation options like bus stops and Disneyland Monorail stations make it easy to get around the area without a car. Places of worship such as Calvary Chapel Golden Springs provide spiritual support for those who seek it. Overall, this neighborhood offers a mix of amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors looking for a comfortable and fulfilling living environment.

Physicians

  • St Jude's Heritage Medical Center (1 miles)
  • St Jude Medical Center (3.3 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente Diamond Bar Medical Offices (6.1 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente, Euclid & Romneya (6.4 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente Medical Building 1 (7.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.3 miles)
  • Rite Aid (3.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.4 miles)

Parks

  • La Bonita Park (2.5 miles)
  • Craig Regional Park (2.9 miles)
  • Michigan Park (6.2 miles)
  • Creekside Park (6.3 miles)
  • Steve Ambriz Memorial Park (8 miles)
  • Willow Park (8.3 miles)
  • Pantera Park (8.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • The Hat (2.7 miles)
  • Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar (2.8 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (3 miles)
  • Banana Bay Restaurant (3.3 miles)
  • Summit House Restaurant (3.4 miles)
  • Thirsty Cow Korean BBQ (3.6 miles)
  • Olde Ship (4.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Mother's Kitchen (2.9 miles)
  • Tiger Sugar (3.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.3 miles)
  • Delicious Food Corner (5.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (7 miles)
  • Starbucks (7 miles)
  • Anaheim Packing District (7.6 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Puente Hills 20 (3.7 miles)
  • AMC DINE-IN Fullerton 2 (5.5 miles)
  • Regal Yorba Linda & Imax (7 miles)
  • AMC Norwalk 2 (9 miles)

Hospitals

  • Ahmc Whittier Hospital Medical Center (5 miles)
  • Anaheim Regional Medical Center (6.5 miles)
  • Department of State Hospitals (8.5 miles)

Transportation

  • Metro La Mirada & Alondra Bus Stop (5.9 miles)
  • Drr Toontown Station (8.8 miles)
  • Disneyland Monorail (8.9 miles)
  • Drr Tomorrowland Station (8.9 miles)
  • DLRR New Orleans Station (9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Calvary Chapel Golden Springs (6.9 miles)
  • Chinese Baptist Church (7.4 miles)

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