Brea, California

Cogir Of Brea

Assisted Living · Memory Care · Independent Living

700 Madison Way, Brea, CA 92821

Cogir Of Brea in Brea, California offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services.

Licensed capacity
110 residents

Maximum licensed size, not current occupancy.

Licensed since
July 2023

License history may include previous operators.

State inspections

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License #306006344Last checked June 2026

Findings to review

Complaint investigations · 3 years before our last check

Type A citations
9
Complaints with substantiated allegations
12

AI summary

Cogir Of Brea has drawn 4 Type A findings — the most severe citation class, involving resident safety or care — over its 3.1 years of licensure, and the recent-period data show 9 Type A citations from complaint-related visits in the past three years, indicating the concerning activity is current rather than historical.

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  • Track record — In just over three years of operation, the community has accumulated 4 lifetime Type A findings and 4 Type B findings (administrative or paperwork-related), alongside a high volume of complaint activity relative to its two routine inspections.
  • Recent 3 years — Nearly all of the severe findings are recent: 9 Type A citations tied to complaint investigations occurred within the past three years, meaning the record is not settling down but reflects an active pattern that predates only slightly the community's full licensed history.
  • Complaints — With 24 complaint investigations against only 2 routine inspections, complaint-driven scrutiny is the dominant source of information about this community, and of the 71 allegations investigated, 10 were substantiated — about 14%, with the rest unsubstantiated or unfounded.
  • Operating tenure — At 3.1 years since licensing, Cogir Of Brea has a relatively short operating history for a 110-bed community, so the volume of findings and complaints in this short window carries more weight than it would for a longer-tenured operator.
Ask the community
  1. 1.Can you walk us through what the recent Type A citations involved and what corrective actions were taken and verified by the state?
  2. 2.Which categories of allegations were substantiated among the 10 confirmed complaints, and what changes were made in response?
  3. 3.Given the high number of complaint investigations relative to routine inspections, what is driving the volume of complaints, and how does staff address recurring concerns?

Source: California Department of Social Services (CDSS)

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License number
License #306006344
License status
Licensed

Full history on file

These totals cover the available license history, including older findings. Citation totals include inspections, complaint visits, and other visits.

Inspection visits
2
Complaint investigation visits
24
Type A citations · most severe class
4
Type B citations · administrative
4
Substantiated allegations
10

Available reports · 33

  • Facility evaluation

    May 14, 2026

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  • Complaint investigation

    May 14, 2026

    PDF
  • Complaint investigation

    Apr 28, 2026

    PDF
  • Complaint investigation

    Dec 16, 2025

    PDF
  • Complaint investigation

    Dec 16, 2025

    PDF

1–5 of 33 reports

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Monthly pricing

Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.

Assisted LivingStarting at$4,895 / mo
Studios
$4,895 / mo
1-Bedroom
$6,195 / mo
Memory CareStarting at$4,495 / mo
Shared Rooms
$4,495 / mo
Studios
$5,895 / mo

Care & support

Daily Care Services

8 services
  • Medication management
  • 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living (ADL) assistance
  • Mobility assistance
  • Non-ambulatory care
  • Bathing & dressing assistance
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Incontinence care

Specialized Care

1 service
  • Dementia care

Memory Care

2 services
  • Dementia-certified staff
  • Specialized memory care activities

Daily life & programs

Spaces & services

Amenities

20 features
  • Furnished units
  • Emergency call system
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable TV
  • Kitchenette
  • Air conditioning
  • Wi-Fi / Internet
  • Fitness center / Gym
  • Spa services
  • Game room / Billiards
  • Movie theater / Media room
  • Activity room
  • Art studio / Craft room
  • Library / Reading room
  • Housekeeping Included
  • Laundry service / Dry cleaning
  • Pet Friendly
  • Beauty salon / Barber
  • Fireplace / Common fireplace
  • Café / Bistro

Outdoor Spaces

5 features
  • Walking paths
  • Garden / Courtyard
  • Outdoor common space
  • Patio seating areas
  • Raised garden beds

Dining Options

9 features
  • Room service
  • All-day / Flexible meal times
  • Accommodates special diets
  • Altered-texture food options
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Professional chef
  • Vegetarian/Vegan Options
  • Private Dining Room
  • International cuisine

Transportation

2 features
  • Scheduled transportation
  • Personal Vehicle Parking

Family & Visitors

2 features
  • Family support services
  • Guest meals available

Community Services

3 features
  • Move-in coordination
  • Concierge services
  • Grocery shopping & errands

Reviews

Online reputation

4.9

Averaged from 126 reviews published on other websites

AI review summary

Cogir of Brea earns strong praise for attentive, caring staff and a beautiful, newer facility, though families should ask about staffing levels and how costs and care plans change over time.

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What reviewers praise
  • Staff & care — Reviewers repeatedly describe staff and caregivers, especially in memory care, as kind, patient, attentive, and genuinely devoted to residents.
  • Dining — Families consistently highlight the in-house chef and varied, well-prepared meals as a standout feature.
  • Atmosphere & grounds — The community is frequently described as clean, new, hotel-like, and welcoming with a close-knit, intimate feel.
  • Activities — A common theme is a lively activities calendar, including themed events and bingo, that residents genuinely enjoy.
  • Communication — Several reviewers praise specific staff, like the Health and Wellness Director, for clearly explaining care plan changes and listening to concerns.
Worth asking about
  • Staff & care — One reviewer noted limited staff availability leading to waits for help, so families should ask about staffing ratios, especially for non-ambulatory residents.
  • Value & pricing — Reviews mention the community is pricier than some alternatives, so families should clarify how costs shift as care needs increase.
  • Communication — A couple of reviewers felt newer administration was less responsive to concerns after move-in, worth asking about turnover and follow-through on issues.

The rating above is averaged from reviews published on other websites. Reviews below are written by families on Senior Places.

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Languages spoken

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