Discovery Commons Whittier
About Discovery Commons Whittier
Discovery Commons Whittier is a licensed residential care facility for the elderly in Whittier, Los Angeles County, California, offering assisted living. Licensed for 125 residents. The monthly price shown is a Chapter estimate for this area and care level — the community can claim this listing and publish its verified pricing.
Last state inspection visit: October 6, 2026 · 12 citations in about five years
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Medi-Cal & Medicare
Not on the state's list of Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) providers as of May 11, 2026, so Medi-Cal is unlikely to cover care here — ask the community, since the list changes. Medicare does not pay for assisted living.
How Medi-Cal, ALW & Medicare work for assisted living · ALW homes in Los Angeles County
State inspection record
For comparison, 24% of larger communities (7+ beds) in Los Angeles County have no Type A citations, and the typical one has 2 Type A citations and 4 Type B citations. Larger homes get visited and cited more often, so compare like with like, and read what each citation was for.
What these terms mean
- Type A citations are the most serious: a violation that poses an immediate or substantial risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
- Type B citations are less serious violations that could become a risk to residents if they aren't corrected.
- Substantiated: The state found the allegation was true.
- Not proven (inconclusive or unsubstantiated): There wasn't enough evidence to prove or disprove the allegation.
- Unfounded: The state found the allegation was false or couldn't have happened.
Read Discovery Commons Whittier's full inspection and complaint reports on the state's site · How to read a California inspection record
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Discovery Commons Whittier cost & FAQ
How much does Discovery Commons Whittier cost?
Discovery Commons Whittier's all-in monthly cost is estimated at about $7,200: base rent of about $6,000 plus a typical assisted living add-on of about $1,200. Expect a one-time community fee of around $3,000. This is an estimate based on Whittier-area prices for this care level; Discovery Commons Whittier hasn't verified it yet, so confirm the current rate when you tour.
What does the monthly price at Discovery Commons Whittier include?
The all-in figure combines base rent (room, meals and basic services) with the typical care add-on for average needs. Care costs rise with the level of help a resident needs, so ask Discovery Commons Whittier for an assessment-based quote.
What type of care does Discovery Commons Whittier provide?
Discovery Commons Whittier is listed for assisted living. It holds California state license #198603222 and is licensed for up to 125 residents.
Does Discovery Commons Whittier accept Medi-Cal?
Discovery Commons Whittier is not on the state's list of Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) providers as of May 11, 2026, so Medi-Cal is unlikely to cover care here. Ask the community directly, since the list changes. Medicare does not pay for assisted living.
Has Discovery Commons Whittier had any state citations or complaints?
In about the last five years of California Community Care Licensing records (as of October 27, 2026), the state visited Discovery Commons Whittier 24 times, most recently on October 6, 2026. It received 7 Type A citations (the most serious kind) and 5 Type B citations. The state investigated 13 complaints: 6 allegations were substantiated, 25 not proven and 0 unfounded. Read the full reports on the state's Care Facility Search before you decide.
How do I tour Discovery Commons Whittier?
Pick a time in the tour booker on this page and your request goes to Discovery Commons Whittier only. Chapter never sells your information, and you won't get calls from referral agents. You can also call the community directly at (562) 777-1477.
Compare prices nearby: senior living costs in Whittier · 2026 California cost report