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Whittier Place in Whittier, CA

Whittier Place is an assisted living and memory care community in Whittier, CA.

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Whittier Place in Whittier, CA

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  • Interior

    A cozy bedroom with two beds, decorated in neutral tones and featuring built-in shelves.
  • Decor

    A cozy living room featuring a fireplace and stylish furniture.
  • Living Room

    A modern living room with a television, lamp, armchair, and adjoining bedroom.
  • Building

    The entrance of a building with flags, surrounded by trees and a driveway.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a single bed, featuring red and beige decor, a lamp on the nightstand, and wall art.
  • Trees

    A tranquil garden area with benches, a fountain, and pathways surrounded by greenery.
  • Windows

    A cozy living room with armchairs, a coffee table, and large windows adorned with red curtains.
  • Dining

    An empty dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring white tablecloths and red napkins.
  • Entrance

    Front entrance with rocking chairs and a sign for Wheel Inn RV Park.
  • Seating Area

    A cozy outdoor patio set on a balcony, featuring a loveseat, two chairs, and a coffee table.
  • Fireplace

    A cozy lobby area with red chairs and a fireplace.
  • Outdoor

    A chef preparing food outdoors using portable stoves surrounded by palm trees.
  • Patio

    A cozy patio with outdoor furniture and umbrellas on a sunny day.
  • Television

    A comfortable waiting room with leather sofas and chairs arranged in front of a television.

12315 Burgess Avenue, Whittier, CA 90604

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4.6 from 58 reviews
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Whittier Place Costs & Pricing

Whittier Place offers competitive pricing for various room types when compared to both Los Angeles County and the broader California market. For instance, a studio at Whittier Place is priced at $3,620, which is notably lower than the county average of $4,172 and the state average of $4,145. The semi-private rooms are slightly higher at $3,700 but still remain above the county average of $3,349 and state average of $3,333, indicating a premium for additional amenities or services. A one-bedroom unit costs $3,795, again more affordable than the Los Angeles County average of $4,603 and California's average of $4,340. However, in terms of two-bedroom accommodations, Whittier Place's rate of $5,600 is competitive but surpasses both the county and state averages of $6,164 and $5,270 respectively. Overall, Whittier Place stands out as an appealing option for those seeking quality living arrangements in a desirable location while maintaining a cost-effective approach in most room categories.

Floor plansWhittier PlaceLos Angeles CountyCalifornia
Studio$3,620$4,172$4,145
Semi-Private$3,700$3,349$3,333
1 Bedroom$3,795$4,603$4,340
2 Bedrooms$5,600$6,164$5,270

Overall Review of Whittier Place

common 25 reviews mention this

Staff kindness and responsiveness

Residents and families repeatedly describe the staff as kind and responsive.

Many reviews highlight friendly, helpful staff members who feel attentive to residents day-to-day. Several families also mention clear communication when questions or concerns come up, including support staff coordinating care and keeping family members in the loop. A few reviewers do note occasional follow-through problems, but even those reviews describe overall support staff as caring.

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Clean, well-kept building feel

The facility’s cleanliness and upkeep are a consistent point in reviews.

Multiple residents and families describe the community as spotless, neat, and well maintained, including clean rooms and common areas. Several reviews also connect the cleanliness to comfort—likening the environment to a cared-for home rather than a worn facility. Some reviews mention timing or staffing dips affecting day-to-day consistency, but cleanliness is still a frequently cited strength overall.

common 18 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Reviews commonly mention regular activities and community outings.

Many reviewers say residents stay busy with planned activities such as exercise classes, music, games, crafts, and social events. Several also mention off-site or off-campus events, including transportation for outings. One reviewer cautions that activity variety can be limited for certain residents or that schedules have been less consistent at times, especially earlier during COVID-related restrictions.

caveat 14 reviews mention this

Food quality is a mixed bag

Dining receives both praise and complaints in residents’ feedback.

Some families describe meals as good, appropriate, and sometimes top notch, and they mention enjoying the cafeteria or dining atmosphere. Others report issues with meal texture or limited options, including difficulty chewing for residents with dentures and trouble customizing meals. Even within the same review set, diners vary by person, so food is not consistently described the same way across households.

  • An empty dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring white tablecloths and red napkins.
caveat 6 reviews mention this

Dining and scheduling can be structured

Some families report pricing depends on care point details.

One reviewer says the community uses a point system to determine care-related pricing, and that the final cost was not clear until after commitment because needs and points are evaluated later. Another family references pricing as reasonable, but also describes wanting clearer guidance during the decision process. A separate review reports frustration with how care and price changed over time, reinforcing that pricing clarity can vary by situation.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Memory care readiness varies

A small number of reviews question the memory care fit.

While some families toured or visited the memory care setting and found staff knowledgeable, a few reviews raise concerns about preparedness and support for advanced memory care needs. One review says they did not feel the community was prepared for a memory care patient and that communication was delayed. Another reviewer with a loved one in dementia care describes bumpier support in matching the right level of assistance to resident needs.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 125 resident community capacity 125 resident community capacity
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Cafe Cafe
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor patio Outdoor patio
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Long Beach (Daugherty) (10 miles away) Long Beach (Daugherty) (10 miles away)
  • John Wayne Orange Co (19 miles away) John Wayne Orange Co (19 miles away)
  • Los Angeles International (22 miles away) Los Angeles International (22 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • 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
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

The area of Whittier, California, offers a diverse range of amenities and services that can cater to the needs of seniors looking for a comfortable and convenient living environment. With several pharmacies nearby, accessing medication and healthcare supplies is made easy. In addition, there are reputable hospitals within close proximity for medical emergencies or routine check-ups. The availability of public transportation options like bus stops and train stations ensures ease of mobility for seniors who may not drive. Furthermore, the presence of parks and cafes provides opportunities for relaxation and socialization, while a variety of dining options offer culinary delights for every taste. Places of worship nearby cater to spiritual needs, fostering a sense of community and belonging. Overall, this part of Whittier presents a well-rounded and accessible location for seniors seeking a safe and vibrant neighborhood to call home.

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Rite Aid (3.1 miles)
  • Rite Aid (3.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (5.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Department of State Hospitals (2.3 miles)
  • Ahmc Whittier Hospital Medical Center (2.6 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente Hospital (6 miles)
  • PIH Health Hospital (6.2 miles)
  • Anaheim Regional Medical Center (7.1 miles)
  • Del Rio Convalescent Center (7.3 miles)
  • Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center (7.7 miles)

Transportation

  • Metro La Mirada & Alondra Bus Stop (2.5 miles)
  • Drr Toontown Station (9.3 miles)
  • DLRR New Orleans Station (9.4 miles)
  • Disneyland Monorail - Downtown Disney District Station (9.4 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Norwalk 2 (2.7 miles)
  • Harkins Theatres Cerritos 16 (5.5 miles)
  • AMC DINE-IN Fullerton 2 (7.1 miles)
  • AMC Puente Hills 20 (7.8 miles)

Parks

  • Michigan Park (3.3 miles)
  • La Bonita Park (3.9 miles)
  • Central Park / La Palma Recreation & Community Services (4.8 miles)
  • Shadow Park Hoa (4.8 miles)
  • Cerritos Regional County Park (5 miles)
  • Rivera Park (5.2 miles)
  • Craig Regional Park (7.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (3.8 miles)
  • Bopomofo Cafe (5.4 miles)
  • Mother's Kitchen (8.3 miles)
  • Tiger Sugar (8.4 miles)
  • Anaheim Packing District (8.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (9 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (4.2 miles)
  • Porto's Bakery & Cafe (4.8 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (5.2 miles)
  • Portillo's Hot Dogs (5.4 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (5.4 miles)
  • Olde Ship (6.4 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (7 miles)

Physicians

  • St Jude Medical Center (5.8 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente, Euclid & Romneya (6.7 miles)
  • St Jude's Heritage Medical Center (7 miles)
  • Dostzada, Ghulam Dr - Los Alamitos Cardiovascular (8 miles)
  • Paramount Physicians (8.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Cottonwood Church (7.9 miles)
  • Chinese Baptist Church (8.8 miles)
  • Saint Hedwig Catholic Church (8.9 miles)

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