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Brookdale Lakeshore

1700 Lakeshore Drive, Waco, TX 76708

(800) 558-0653

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3.91

(12 reviews)

Offers Assisted Living
Top rated on Caring.com

2012

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Reviews of Brookdale Lakeshore in Waco, Texas

3.91

(12 reviews)

  • Facility

    4.5

  • Staff

    4.8

  • Food

    4.0

  • Activities

    4.0

Top rated on Caring.com

2012

Jan

4

November 7, 2023

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

My sister is at Brookdale Lakeshore. It's a very friendly place. I know that my sister's got one of the helpers that comes in who's very friendly. She's happy with it, and she's settled. Her apartment has a kitchenette, a small bedroom, a closet, and a bathroom. They don't do many activities, but they always have movies available. They have various trips to Walmart. They have a courtyard. I like the security system where you can't come and go without somebody letting you in or out. The facility is clean and nice. The apartment is a little small.

Amos

5

August 16, 2023

I visited this facility

When we toured Brookdale Lakeshore it was pretty good. There was a lot of older people there, but it didn't bother me. The facility was clean and well run. It would be for just me and my wife. The sizes of the rooms were pretty good. It's kind of small for two people, but I could live like that, and it wouldn't bother me. Everything was good but the location. We didn't like the location too much.

John

4

March 21, 2022

I visited this facility

I did a tour of Brookdale Lakeshore. The rooms were very much smaller, but the people were friendly. The person that gives tours was good. They were in the middle of renovation, so there was a lot of work going on there. The main problem was the rooms were just quite small. I did not get to try the food there. There was just not much going on at the time. There were three people in the hall, and they talked to us a little bit. They seemed very happy. They were in the middle of renovations, and it was hard to tell what the normal state was, but outside it was nice. It looked fairly old on the inside, like it needed renovating. I don't know how far they went with that.

Arthur S

4

October 23, 2017

I visited this facility

Brookdale Lakeshore was nice, but it was an older place and it had small rooms. The staff was nice. If it was just all about the staff, we would have moved in, but the areas were small and the layouts for some of the places were a little goofy for the furniture.

Johnny13

4

February 15, 2016

I visited this facility

Brookdale Lakeshore is very expensive and their price does not include our medical needs. The staff showed us the balcony, the TV room and the entertainment room. As for the activities, they have a whole lot including card games. This is a very nice facility, far better than the other facilities we have seen.

Janet37

5

October 23, 2013

I visited this facility

The staff and the people that live at Sterling House of Waco were warm and friendly. A lot of them have dementia, but those that could communicate and interact were friendly. We had gone for Valentine's banquet and we saw how they do for special events. We ate seafood pasta and it was nice. It looked very clean, but we haven't seen what normal life is like in there.

Caring1202

3

September 18, 2013

I am a friend or relative of a resident

My mom is currently placed in Sterling House. We decided on this facility because it meets the level of care that she requires and also because I live here in Waco, so its location is convenient for me. The facility is nice. They have flowers in their big yard. My mom would even help water them. They have picnic tables and shaded areas as well. They also allow pets. Regarding activities, they would watch movies and have popcorn. They take them out on outings every Friday. Professional singers would come over and perform for them. They also have a beauty shop there. Residents are provided three meals a day and tea and coffee available 24/7. Food there is excellent. The staff members are very helpful; however, their director is not. She acts like you're bothering her whenever you ask her about something. When they go on outings and some of the residents were left behind, they have nothing to do and that's not acceptable. They need to be doing activities to keep them occupied. Their activity director should plan activities for the residents. Also residents can only go to their doctors every Tuesday and Thursday. For the amount we're paying for, they should be more flexible in terms of bringing residents to their medical appointments.

NancP

2

February 7, 2013

I visited this facility

After visiting several facilities in Waco & surrounding communities I was not that impressed with this one. It took several minutes before I was acknowledged at the front door & was greated by an unpleasant odor when I walked in. Apartments were nice but VERY small & the cost was higher compared to others I visited. I did not see any senior citizens engaged in activity which worried me because my Mom is still very active & enjoys being social with other ladies her age. The outside grounds were nicely manicured but just not enough space for Mom to take Lola (her dog) on a walk. The staff was nice don't get me wrong, just not a good fit for my Mom.

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commercesd

4

June 7, 2012

I visited this facility

We visited the Sterling House of Waco while searching for a suitable assisted living facility for our uncle. Many of the family members live in the area, so this would be an ideal place for him to live. The outer grounds looked well-kept and pleasant. The staff greeted us and seemed very warm and friendly which is the most important thing to the family. The foyer was nicely decorated and seemed homey, as did all of the communal rooms. The apartments were all clean, well-kept and conveniently designed. They take the time to personalize to each residents tastes. The dining areas were nicely designed and warm. Residents may choose communal dining or more private situations. There are places for them to visit with families, as well. The food looked deliciously prepared, as well as nutritious. The dietician and chef changes up the menu to keep it interesting and encourages resident to make suggestions. The activity calendar features many healthy and stimulating activities. We liked that the staff encourages participation and tries to make everything interesting for its residents. They have outings to local libraries, events, culture, restaurants, shopping and even athletic activities. They take suggestions to update the schedule as much as possible. We've visited quite a few assisted living facilities and thus far, the staff at this one are some of the most competent and friendly we have encountered.

lovinglife54

4

February 12, 2012

I visited this facility

We placed Dad in Sterling House the end of December 2011. He loves the fact that he has his own small room large enough for a regular bed, chair, and television. He enjoys three meals a day, someone to wash his clothes, and clean his room once a week. Church services happen weekly by area churches. Dad was very lonely at home and enjoys talking to the other people who live there. The staff are very helpful and friendly. I like the fact that this is a locked assisted living. Dad would get confused at times and not know where he was. Sterling House has allowed him to live in an environment that causes him little or no stress.

tgarza

4

December 8, 2011

I am a friend or relative of a resident

My grandmother recently moved into this facility and she loves it. We were worried that the transition of her living independently to assisted living would be tough, but the staff and other residents have made her feel welcomed. She keeps busy and social and is thriving in her new environment.Sterling House is a positive atmosphere, and I am glad we were able to find such a place for my grandmother.

Tammie Stephens

4

September 19, 2011

I visited this facility

Sterling House is a fun assisted living facility. It is all in one building but resembles an apartment community more than a "home." They have a program called "Celebrations" for the residents. They pick a country and learn about that country, eat food from that country and celebrate events and holidays that are celebrated in that country. It is almost like traveling without ever leaving the facility. The residents enjoy it and it is fun for visitng family and friends too. These celebrations do a great job of getting the residents out of their individual apartments andinto social activities.

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Costs for Brookdale Lakeshore in Waco, Texas

Assisted Living

This level of care provides support for those who need help with personal care needs such as cleaning, bathing, and dressing. Residents selecting this level of care are treated to many amenities in a home-like atmosphere, while getting support in their daily lives.

$4,010

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Services and Amenities of Brookdale Lakeshore in Waco, Texas

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Room and housing options

  • Studio Apartments

Dining options

  • In Room Kitchenette
  • Dining Room Shared Meals

About Brookdale Lakeshore in Waco, Texas

Brookdale Lakeshore is situated in the charming city of Waco, Texas, and is just minutes away from Waco Lake, shopping centers and medical facilities. Loved ones and residents continuously give the community high marks for it's caring, helpful and friendly staff. Brookdale Lakeshore gets high praise for the wide variety of activities offered to residents, such as musical events, games evenings, yoga, fitness classes and cooking classes. Visitors and residents are impressed with the large gardens, spacious apartments and delicious meals offered in the dining room.

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