Brookdale Brea

10/14/2026

Even though it is Autumn, here in Southern California it has been very warm. For a fun Autumn activity, Jelin, one of our Med Tech rock stars, offered an ice cream-making party with the residents, and they all got to share some yummy treats!

10/13/2026

Brookdale Brea had a Breast Cancer Awareness Walk through our community on Monday! And the excitement it brought was so overwhelming! We loved the Brookdale Brea vibes! Go fight and wear pink for the cause.

10/09/2026

Art and Crafts with Amber, our nurse, was a lot of fun this week, as she offered a Fall Painting Class for all to enjoy! Thank you, Amber, for the great art projects.

10/05/2026

Oktoberfest in Brea is a fun way to pay tribute to our German friends. We enjoyed the music and songs from around the world on the accordion with Nathalie. Such fun with the b**r and pretzels, dancing, singing and laughing. What a great way to kick-start autumn!

09/25/2026

Celebrating Linda and Michael and 44 beautiful years of marriage! Here's to a love that keeps growing and always finding a reason to steal a kiss! 💋

09/24/2026

Driving is an important way for older adults to maintain their independence, but there may come a time when getting behind the wheel is no longer advisable. Read our blog to learn about signs it may be time to give up your keys.

There may come a time when it's hard to see at night, sirens are harder to hear or reaction time slows. Here are some signs it might be time to stop driving.

09/23/2026

It's not just dogs and cats looking for their forever home! Residents at Brookdale Florence recently had the opportunity to go to the Burlington County Animal Shelter and love on some of their beloved critters. 💚🦎

09/22/2026

Celebrating Centenarian Citizens Day! With 100+ years of wisdom and knowledge to share, we are so fortunate to have many centenarians living with us in our communities. 💙

09/22/2026

Residents creating cute painting projects for their doors for the Autumn Season. Pictured is Mary Ellen and her niece enjoying the fun art class at Brookdale Brea.

09/22/2026

In this episode of The Grey Take, hosts MB and Roy sit down with palliative care physician Dr. Matthew Tyler, the doctor behind How to Train Your Doctor, to clear up one of the most misunderstood topics in caregiving: the difference between palliative care and hospice. Tune in now on Spotify, YouTube or Apple podcasts, and learn more at the link: http://bkd.co/6186ad2Xu

09/21/2026

Roland Heights High School and Brookdale Brea created a gardening project using succulents. It is always very therapeutic having your hands in dirt planting new plants for our building.

09/21/2026

Unexpected weight loss can be a concern for seniors, and living with dementia can make proper nutrition even more challenging. Learn what caregivers should watch for and simple ways to help a loved one stay well-nourished in our blog: http://bkd.co/6183ad2Mt.

09/20/2026

Our associates are the backbone of our communities, bringing compassion, dedication and a genuine respect for seniors to what they do each day. Hear from some of the people who make our communities so special as they share, in their own words, what inspires their passion for helping seniors and why this work means so much to them.

09/19/2026

National Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. At Brookdale North Euclid, residents are joining the celebration by learning about and spotlighting influential Hispanic and Latino figures. We love seeing our residents embrace the opportunity to learn and celebrate! 🎉

09/18/2026

Do you know the difference between hospice and palliative care? In this episode of The Grey Take, discover the difference and more as we hear from palliative care physician Dr. Matthew Tyler, the doctor behind How to Train Your Doctor. Listen now on Spotify or Apple podcasts, and tune in on YouTube. Learn more at the link: http://bkd.co/6187adKDX

09/17/2026

Meet Anita, a talented resident at Brookdale Ocean House and author of "After the Fire," a story she wrote following the Southern California Palisades fire. Her book explores resilience, family, strength and finding the courage to move forward after loss. We’re so proud to celebrate Anita and her incredible accomplishment!

09/11/2026

With September being back to school time, we decided to have our "school photos" taken. They turned out fantastic. Residents are going to share them with their families for Grandparents Day! Shhhh

09/04/2026

Brookdale Brea took a trip to the Brea Art Gallery to see the works of local artists. It was a great trip, and all residents enjoyed it!

09/04/2026

Residents this week enjoyed Pet Therapy with Ace and Jordan. It was very nice to once again visit with our local celebrities 🐕

09/04/2026

We love when our families come to visit.