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Whittier Towers in Whittier, CA

Whittier Towers is an independent living community in Whittier, CA.

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Whittier Towers in Whittier, CA

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Whittier Towers

7215 Bright Ave, Whittier, CA 90602

To contact a resident: (562) 693-1353

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.3 from 39 reviews
5 stars
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Overall Review of Whittier Towers

common 9 reviews mention this

Clean grounds and upkeep matter

Residents consistently mention cleanliness, grounds upkeep, and responsive maintenance.

Multiple residents describe the property as clean, orderly, and well maintained, including updated facilities and prompt maintenance when questions come up. Some families also mention the grounds and areas they see during visits staying clean. A separate review raises a cleanliness concern about roaches, which is the main downside in this theme.

common 6 reviews mention this

Manager support is a strong theme

Residents describe management as responsive and caring, with follow-through on requests.

Several reviews highlight a specific manager as professional, caring, and dependable, saying they follow through when they promise to do something. Others add that maintenance requests and questions are answered promptly and that it helps put families at ease. One review goes the other direction, describing the manager as rude and unprofessional, but most comments in this theme focus on support.

common 2 reviews mention this

Social events are held often

Residents say the community stays active with frequent social programming.

Two reviews describe regular resident activities, including weekly gatherings such as coffee time and bingo. Others mention parties and special-holiday events with food and drinks, and note that there is usually something going on for seniors.

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Common spaces, gym, and security

Residents point to shared spaces, a gym, and building access controls.

One review calls out specific amenities like a big common room, a BBQ area by the garden, and an on-site gym. Another mentions having plenty of amenities and connects that to feeling comfortable and supported, while also emphasizing maintenance responsiveness.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

Transportation

  • Long Beach (Daugherty) (13 miles away) Long Beach (Daugherty) (13 miles away)
  • Los Angeles International (21 miles away) Los Angeles International (21 miles away)
  • John Wayne Orange Co (23 miles away) John Wayne Orange Co (23 miles away)
  • Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (24 miles away) Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (24 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Whittier, California offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for seniors. With multiple pharmacies located within a few miles, accessing medication and healthcare supplies is easy. There are also several parks nearby for enjoying outdoor activities and staying active. The proximity to various hospitals ensures quick access to medical care if needed. For entertainment, there are movie theaters within a short drive, as well as a variety of dining options ranging from fast food to Korean BBQ. Public transportation is available for those who prefer not to drive, and there are several cafes for socializing and enjoying a cup of coffee. Additionally, there are reputable physicians in the vicinity for ongoing healthcare needs. Overall, this area provides a mix of convenience and leisure options that would make it a suitable choice for senior living in Whittier.

Pharmacies

  • Rite Aid (1.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.1 miles)
  • Rite Aid (4.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (5.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (5.5 miles)
  • SNP Work (5.5 miles)

Parks

  • Michigan Park (1.1 miles)
  • Rivera Park (3.6 miles)
  • La Bonita Park (5.1 miles)
  • George E. Elder Memorial Park (6.9 miles)
  • Temple Park (7.5 miles)
  • Barnes Memorial Park (7.6 miles)
  • Rosemead Park (7.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Ahmc Whittier Hospital Medical Center (2.6 miles)
  • Department of State Hospitals (4 miles)
  • Beverly Hospital (4.5 miles)
  • Del Rio Convalescent Center (5.5 miles)
  • PIH Health Hospital (6.2 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente Hospital (6.7 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center (6.8 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Norwalk 2 (4.8 miles)
  • AMC Puente Hills 20 (6.4 miles)
  • Harkins Theatres Cerritos 16 (8.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • Master Fresh Donuts (4.9 miles)
  • McDonald's (5.8 miles)
  • Thirsty Cow Korean BBQ (6.6 miles)
  • Banana Bay Restaurant (7.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (7.6 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (8 miles)
  • McDonald's (8.2 miles)

Transportation

  • Metro La Mirada & Alondra Bus Stop (6.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (6.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.4 miles)
  • Tiger Sugar (7.6 miles)
  • Flo's Coffee Shop (7.8 miles)
  • Panera Bread (8.7 miles)
  • Bopomofo Cafe (8.7 miles)
  • Porto's Bakery & Cafe (8.7 miles)

Physicians

  • St Jude's Heritage Medical Center (8.2 miles)
  • St Jude Medical Center (8.5 miles)
  • Paramount Physicians (9.5 miles)
  • Doheny Eye Center (10.3 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente, Euclid & Romneya (10.3 miles)

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