La Brea Rehabilitation Center in Los Angeles, CA

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La Brea Rehabilitation Center in Los Angeles, CA

La Brea Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home community in Los Angeles, CA.

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505 North La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90036

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

3.4 from 59 reviews
5 stars
29
4 stars
7
3 stars
1
2 stars
5
1 stars
17

Overall Review of La Brea Rehabilitation Center

common 24 reviews mention this

Staff kindness and responsiveness

Residents and families frequently describe staff as kind, courteous, and quick to respond.

Many reviews say the staff are personable and treat residents with kindness. Several people mention easy communication and quick attention when questions came up. A few reviewers also describe slow or inconsistent response at times, including call-light delays or limited follow-through. Overall, the theme in the feedback is that staff attitude stands out, even when care experiences vary.

common 12 reviews mention this

Clean environment stands out

Residents and families often point to a clean, sanitary environment.

Cleanliness is one of the most repeated positive points, with multiple reviews noting the facility feels well kept and sanitary. Some reviewers also mention an absence of unpleasant odors and a general sense of freshness. On the negative side, a smaller set of reviews describes poor hygiene upkeep or sanitation concerns. The cleanliness feedback is therefore strong overall, but not unanimous.

differentiator 4 reviews mention this

Therapy and rehab support

Physical and occupational therapy support is a recurring part of the rehab experience.

Several reviews credit the therapy team for day-to-day rehab, including mentioning PT and OT working consistently with residents. One review specifically highlights frequent physical therapy as a factor in progress. Not every experience matches that, with at least one reviewer disputing a move to increase physical therapy after surgery. Taken together, the reviews show therapy involvement as a key part of how residents and families judge outcomes here.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Mixed staffing and follow-through

Some reviewers report understaffing and gaps in care follow-through.

A recurring concern in the reviews is staffing strain, including mentions of being short-staffed. Several reviewers describe delays in attending to needs, such as call-light response or taking action after a fall. A few negative reviews go further, describing inadequate attention and minimal work. While some families report long hours and a need for reminders, the negative feedback centers on the same risk: when help is delayed, residents may not get timely check-ins.

common 4 reviews mention this

Food quality and special diets

Food quality comes up often, including mentions of diets and meal preparation.

Some reviews mention that meals look good or are prepared in a positive way, and at least one describes food as surprisingly decent. Others reference what the facility is doing with routine and day-to-day meal service. The community also offers dining tied to special dietary restrictions and diabetes diet. Overall, food is a visible part of the day-to-day experience in the feedback.

How we summarize

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

Features

Housing

  • 141 resident community capacity 141 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (8 miles away) Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (8 miles away)
  • Los Angeles International (10 miles away) Los Angeles International (10 miles away)
  • Long Beach (Daugherty) (21 miles away) Long Beach (Daugherty) (21 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • 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
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

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

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Los Angeles offers convenient access to a variety of amenities and services that are essential for senior living. With multiple pharmacies nearby, such as CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens, medical needs can be easily taken care of. Additionally, there are several parks in the area like Pan Pacific Park and Runyon Canyon Park, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation. A diverse selection of restaurants cater to different tastes, while nearby theaters offer entertainment options. Cafes like Verve Coffee Roasters and Joan's on Third provide social spaces for meeting with friends or enjoying a quiet moment. For medical emergencies, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center is located within a reasonable distance. Public transportation is accessible through the Universal City Metro Station. Overall, this area of Los Angeles offers a convenient and vibrant environment for seniors looking to enjoy their retirement years.

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
  • Hollywood High Grade (0.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • MedMen (1.5 miles)

Parks

  • Pan Pacific Park (0.7 miles)
  • Plummer Park (0.9 miles)
  • Runyon Canyon Park (1.7 miles)
  • Hollywood Bowl Overlook (2.5 miles)
  • Lake Hollywood Park (3.4 miles)
  • Beverly Gardens Park (3.4 miles)
  • Lake Hollywood Reservoir (3.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.8 miles)
  • Monsieur Marcel Gourmet Market (1.1 miles)
  • Ysabel West Hollywood (1.1 miles)
  • Republique (1.1 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (1.2 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.2 miles)
  • Taco Bell (1.3 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC The Grove 14 (1 miles)
  • TCL Chinese Theatre (1.5 miles)
  • Universal Cinema AMC at CityWalk Hollywood (3.9 miles)
  • AMC Century City 15 (4.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Verve Coffee Roasters (1.3 miles)
  • Joan's on Third (1.7 miles)
  • Alfred Coffee & Kitchen (1.7 miles)
  • The Butcher, The Baker, The Cappuccino Maker (2.2 miles)
  • Verve Coffee Roasters (2.5 miles)
  • Blue Bottle Coffee (3.3 miles)
  • Alfred Coffee Beverly Hills (3.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center (3.4 miles)

Transportation

  • Universal City Metro Station (4.2 miles)

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