Brookdale Central Whittier is an assisted living community located in Whittier, California. The facility provides residential care for older adults who require help with daily tasks but want to maintain a degree of independence. Residents at Brookdale Central Whittier receive assistance with activities of daily living, including full assistance with bathing, dressing, and toileting, as well as some physical assistance with eating. Personalized care plans are developed to support each resident's unique needs. The community offers a range of amenities such as spacious rooms, dining services, laundry and dry cleaning, an enclosed courtyard for outdoor relaxation, fitness programs including yoga, a barber and beauty salon, and organized recreational activities.

Brookdale Central Whittier offers a comprehensive suite of care and medical support services. Nursing staff are available for 12-16 hours daily, assisting residents with medication management, diabetes care, incontinence care, ambulatory needs, pain management, and wound care. There is support for stroke care, vision care, and podiatry needs. Specialized therapies are offered on-site, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy. For those requiring memory care, such as individuals living with dementia or Alzheimer’s, the facility features a dedicated program and secure, enclosed areas. Hospice care is available for residents with advanced needs, and a mental wellness program is provided. Communication with residents and families can be facilitated in English, Spanish, or Chinese, supporting a diverse community.

Residents can join clubs and social communities to build connections, and there is a calendar of activities such as bingo, shopping excursions, and live entertainment. Although the community generally receives favorable feedback for its welcoming environment, resident and family reviews note some concerns around management consistency, billing accuracy, communication about care events, and periodic lapses in maintenance and dining service staffing. Most residents and families appreciate the caring, polite, and responsive staff and feel comfortable in the facility, but they advise ongoing attention to administrative practices and care oversight.

For transportation, Brookdale Central Whittier provides arrangements for non-medical purposes, assisting residents in attending off-site activities, errands, and outings, such as shopping or group events organized by the community. Medical transport support is not specified as a core offering. Residents are encouraged to participate in scheduled programming both on and off campus through the available transportation services.

Costs at this community start at $2,270 and range up to $4,006. The average price in the community is $3,800, which is less than the average price in the area of $6,121. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.