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Dad is still adjusting to living at this community. The staff have been great and they are very helpful. This is a family run community and the owner is here all the time and I feel that the residents are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Diamond Care retirement home is located in the stunning city of Diamond Bar, California where the sun shines year-round and the weather makes the city a perfect place to retire to! We pride ourselves in offering the best care and community to all of our residents and we are proud to be among the...
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IThis community is unlike any other. They offer meditation, yoga, dance classes and residents are actively engaged with each other The staff is very loving and closely connected with my Mom. No one is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
AgeSong WoodPark is pleased to offer AgeSongLiving's unique approach to eldercare, a rich, colorful, culturally diverse assisted living community. What makes the AgeSongLiving approach unique and especially relevant to WoodPark is our view of aging as growth and expansion. In appreciation of...
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The quality of the food has gone down. The value for the money is great. We picked this community, because it was close to home, the quality, it was the nicest, price point and I liked the people. My loved...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Oakmont of Mariner Point assisted living community situated in Alameda, Alameda County, California provides seniors with a safe place to live. This community offers the memory care that seniors are looking for in a location that is peaceful and good. When a senior chooses this community they will...
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Lakeshore Residential Care in Oakland has made a huge, positive change in the life of a friend. The facility is clean, I smell delicious food cooking when I visit. The staff is always busy cleaning and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Lakeshore Residential Care is located in the City of Oakland in the Lake Merritt commercial district, only a few blocks from the unique Lake Merritt and the shopping center, medical facilities, Physician facilities, banks, senior centers, churches, parks and Parkway Theater are close by, there...
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Very professional and helpful staff. Attentive to people. I witnessed caring kindness and compassion.. What I experienced was not expected but it was a very eye opening experience. The personnel and staff...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Village at Hayes Valley is a 47-bed community offering specialized care for high-needs assisted living as well as innovative dementia dementia care. Located in San Francisco's vibrant Hayes Valley neighborhood and set in a beautifully restored Victorian, The Village at Hayes Valley imbues a...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Victorian Manor assisted living facility located in a quiet residential location. We at the Victorian Manor realize that selecting the right senior care facility is a very difficult choice that takes time and research. We would like to share an important fact with those considering our facility....
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[name removed] stayed in one of their senior apartments. He had access to the main building which is lovely. There's a library with a piano and a "bistro bar" make your own coffee. They had frequent...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Fremont Hills staff has worked with us for many months. Working though medical challenges. It has been a fun place to be. Good food, fun activities, very accessible. We made friends right away and that was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Very nice room, with lots of sunshine. Interior of the home is very clean and has lots of nice pictures. The staff has been very nice and friendly. This home was chosen by my wife's doctor, who she has...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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It's extremely clean! And the staff is very professional while also being genuinely caring and empathetic. They're easy to get a hold of and very communicative The home itself is very comfortable and has a...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
You or your loved one can prevent most problems that come with old age through assisted living centers like Therese Care Home. This home care facility is located on a large lot in Union City, CA. It is surrounded by oak trees that are centuries old and many beautiful views of the nature. Therese...
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I would rate each of them a 5!! I am extremely happy with my mom's care and facility. Staff is very attentive. They keep mom comfortable and clean. Facility is very clean too.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Ageway Boarding Care is an assisted living community located in the beautiful Union City, California area. Located just a few minutes from William Cann Neighborhood Park and Charles F. Kennedy Park makes our location a great resource. We pride ourselves in maintaining a reputable presence around...
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It's a great location, everyone is very friendly, and the food is pretty good.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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They took very good care of my mom. Sadly, She passed away in May of this year. She had many health issues. The staff was very caring and she felt loved there. They were very attentive to her, always catered...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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The staff is great, my mom is electronics challenged so they had to come every day to help her learn her remote control for a couple weeks. Same goes for the new washer and dryer in her unit. She works out...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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The things I like most: -the staff are friendly and warm with my dad -the staff are well-trained in redirecting my dad who has memory issues -the staff have contacted me quickly when there was an issue that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to The Reutlinger, we are a non profit senior living community that is proud to offer a true continuum of care that really does allow you to age in place. The Reutlinger started in 1950 as The Home For Jewish Parents in Oakland, California serving those with skilled nursing needs. In 1996...
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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I've lived here for two years and I am very pleased with my life here. The community is very friendly and supportive. There are many activities offered here to keep our bodies and minds busy. Many of the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Chateau Guest Home is a quaint assisted living community located in the bustling city of Santa Cruz, CA. Santa Cruz is a beautiful seaside community with a lot of great amenities. It is also a tourist destination, making it an ideal location for an assisted living community, and that's why...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Soquel Leisure Villa, Inc.Soquel Leisure Villa, Inc. is an assisted living community that is located in the town of Soquel, CA. Soquel is located in the Santa Cruz area. Living in Soquel you definitely get the small town feel but are still close enough to the big city lifestyle of the Santa Cruz...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Capitola ManorCapitola Manor is a uniquely beautiful and welcoming assisted living community nestled within Santa Cruz, CA. The landscaped community has much to offer in the way of being a home away from home. Trees and shrubs surround the property, which gives way to a peaceful and quiet setting...
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It seems like it is going well for my mother-in-law since her move into this home. We are very pleased, there is one caregiver named Grace that has done a very good job. She takes pictures and when we see my...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The BonHomie Residential Care in Saratoga, CA, truly brings to life the culmination of establishing and adhering to our core values that have effectively served our residents in 8 locations for over 25 years. We pride ourselves in being a family-run business that has a proven track record of...
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I like the small care facility. My husband gets along better with fewer people. The meals that I have seen are great and he is eating much better. The staff and care seem very good. The only problem has...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
BonHomie Group is a family-owned business that has been operating for 30 years, with 8 care homes in San Jose and Saratoga. All of the care homes have Administrators who are certified by Community Care Licensing; have taken extensive continuing education classes and passed the government test...

Cost of assisted living in Brookdale, CA

The average cost of senior living in Brookdale is $4,869 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pajaro Dunes, CA with an average of $4,438 per month.

Assisted living costs in Brookdale, CA, vs. nearby cities

Brookdale, CA
$4,869/mo

Assisted living costs in Brookdale, CA, vs. state and national averages

Brookdale, CA
$4,869/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Brookdale, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,869/mo
$5,991/mo

Assisted living costs in Brookdale, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,903/mo
Private
$6,375/mo
Studio
$7,025/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,063/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,429/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,770/mo

Senior living costs in Brookdale vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Brookdale, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBrookdale, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,869/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,991/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$5,819/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Brookdale, CA:$4,869/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Brookdale, CA:$5,991/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Brookdale, CA:$5,819/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Brookdale, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Brookdale and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Brookdale, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Brookdale have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Brookdale, CA$6,906/mo$6,822/mo+1.2%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Brookdale, CA
2024 average cost:$6,906/mo
2023 average cost:$6,822/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
California
2024 average cost:$5,659/mo
2023 average cost:$5,368/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Brookdale, CA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Brookdale.

What families are saying about assisted living in Brookdale

Recent reviews for assisted living in Brookdale

Golden Heritage Living in San Jose, CA

5.0
This place is an excellent facility that specializes in the care of Chinese speaking people. It is well maintained and the staff is always ready to help. My mom lived there until she passed .

Goldencare 2 in Alameda, CA

5.0
I love Golden Care but having issue with A Place for Mom. Golden Care is great and I'm pleased, but I went on my own to the facility, not through A Place for Mom.

Rosemont Gardens in San Leandro, CA

5.0
Excellent caring staff. Clean place. My Auntie [name removed] is here. I visited from Anaheim California. My auntie Husband just passed away. My auntie looked beautiful and happy. I talked with staff and they were very professional

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and supportive staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as Cardinal Point, The Ivy at Golden Gate, and Westmont of Milpitas, who go above and beyond to make residents and their families feel welcome and supported.
Wide range of activities. Residents find joy in the diverse activities offered at communities, like Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen, and Ivy Park at San Ramon, where staff members organize weekly outings, arts and crafts classes, and game nights.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout the reviews, high-quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community, as seen at Atria Sunnyvale, Westmont of Milpitas, and Pacific Gardens, where chefs cater to dietary restrictions and individual preferences.
Well-maintained and clean living spaces. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities, including private rooms and common areas, as mentioned in reviews for The Watermark at Rosewood Gardens, Pacifica Senior Living Burlingame, and Westmont of Morgan Hill.
Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Families are reassured by the consistent and thorough communication from staff at communities like Westmont of Milpitas, Merrill Gardens at Gilroy, and Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, ensuring that everyone is informed and care needs are being met.
Secure and peaceful environment. Several reviews highlight the sense of safety and tranquility at communities, such as Fremont Hills, Brookdale Scotts Valley, and Atria Park of San Mateo, where residents feel comfortable and at ease in their living spaces.
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Brookdale review score based on 742 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 742 reviews of 354 Brookdale assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Brookdale review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Brookdale review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Brookdale, CA354 facilities
8.0
Scotts Valley, CA396 facilities
8.2
Santa Cruz, CA319 facilities

Review subcategories for Brookdale assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 742 reviews of 354 Brookdale assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Brookdale resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
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Brookdale assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brookdale assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brookdale, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Brookdale assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Brookdale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Brookdale, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
49.4%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.5%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
71.8%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.4%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.4%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.9%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.5%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.9%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Brookdale assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Brookdale Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Brookdale, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.7%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.2%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Brookdale assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Brookdale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brookdale, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.9%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
29.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.5%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.7%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Brookdale assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Brookdale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brookdale, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25.4%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.1%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brookdale assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Brookdale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brookdale, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
32.8%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.8%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.9%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.6%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.4%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
34.2%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
18.6%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.9%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Brookdale

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Brookdale protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

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