Would not send a animal to this place, they claim to be compassionate and caring, but they truly are not, they are just there for a paycheck. They have there favorites and if you don't have money or come from a back ground where your family was raised with a silver spoon in there mouth then you should not be allowed to work for there facility. Really where is the compassionate in that statement. And something that really sounds fishy is that they tell residents you have to be self pay for two yrs before you can turn it in to your Medicare or what ever insurance you use. And if one thanks you are not what they consider rite for this late because you try to fight for what is rite, your rites and the residents then they push you untill they make you uiet. There is hardly any one here with the experience of more that a few yes. They can leave one xna nvthe floor for the whole family while the nurse and the rest of her friends go out like every 20 min to have a smoke but if you say anything to the dmin they tell you it's there rite. Really. Wow who truly runs...
Read moreWhile touring numerous care facilities, one morning I stopped by Brookdale Dementia and Alzheimer’s Care, I immediately felt this was a good place to care for my loved one. Over several years, I have observed Brookdale staff interact with residents; they display such kindness and patience toward all residents that it makes me feel comfortable knowing my brother is being cared for in the same manner. I also appreciate the prompt personal contact when a situation arises and weekly newsletter keeping all loved ones informed. Recently they have started a Memory Care Support Group. It is important to keep our loved ones engaged. A daily agenda lists various types of activities. Most afternoons residents enjoy a light snack followed by music in the game room. Familiar songs are played with lyrics displayed on screen. You would be surprised to hear most everyone singing and swaying along. It is a pleasure to...
Read moreBrookdale is a wonderful senior living community for loved ones needing memory care. There is a high quality and loving staff there that take good care of the residents. They are intentional in developing meaningful relationships with them right from the beginning of their admission, that eases the stress of leaving their homes and lives as they move into this next stage of life. Wonderful activities are also provided for the residents that are enjoyable and engaging, and promote community. Brookdale is not just a memory care facility for those in need of care. It is a quality care community where staff and residents become extended family and where the residents are comfortable and feel at home. All of these things also make the transition easier for the families of residents as well, as they entrust their loved ones into...
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