Hillcrest

Brethren Hillcrest Homes is a nonprofit Life Plan Community offering a full continuum of senior living services in La Verne, California. Located on over 50 walkable acres in a serene neighborhood, the community provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing options alongside short-term rehabilitation services.

Independent living residents choose from cottages, townhouses, apartments, or duplexes with zero maintenance fees and utility costs, providing privacy and independence combined with community amenities. The community also offers residential living, described as a lifestyle-focused option with private homes or apartments and access to community services and social opportunities. A step-up option adds extra support while maintaining independence, with proximity to the Aquatic and Fitness Center, Meeting House, Chapel, and Village Center.

Assisted living apartments come with housekeeping, dining, utilities, cable, and home maintenance support. Memory support is customized and person-centered for those with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, emphasizing quality of life and engagement. Skilled nursing provides 24-hour medical care and rehabilitation in private and semi-private rooms, with services delivered by Woods Health Services.

Dining options include restaurant-quality meals, casual dining, and carry-out choices, with healthy alternatives including the MIND diet designed to promote brain health. The community hosts regular events and programs including lunch-and-learn seminars, book clubs, photography walks, and holiday celebrations that encourage social engagement and lifelong learning.

The community describes itself as having a small-town vibe that attracts gardeners, artists, academics, and lifelong learners. Residents enjoy lock-and-go travel freedom while building an enduring social circle, with the philosophy of supporting residents to live their best life through each stage of care.