
Brookdale University Park Birmingham, AL
Offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care
Independent and Assisted Living new residents receive $500 off the 1st full month and 4th full month free Base Rent. Must take financial possession by 1/31//2021. Ask for details when you tour.
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Assisted Living Reviews for Brookdale University Park
September 06, 2018
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July 13, 2016
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March 30, 2016
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March 15, 2016
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February 22, 2016
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October 28, 2015
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December 02, 2014
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June 27, 2013
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June 18, 2013
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April 30, 2013
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December 28, 2012
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December 07, 2011
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Independent Living Reviews for Brookdale University Park
August 29, 2018
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February 14, 2018
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Memory Care Reviews for Brookdale University Park
April 14, 2019
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Questions about Brookdale University Park
What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?
We use the State of Alabama DETA course work and Brookdale has its own Learning Management Systems that provides on going electronic education and resources.
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Brookdale University Park. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
The average age of our Resident is in the early 80’s. Their favorite things to do is to go out to local restaurants, cultural activities and community functions. They also enjoy their activities in the community. Most of our Residents are matriarchs of their families and they have history in Birmingham. Most of our Residents were wives and daughters of influential families of Birmingham
What programs or activities does Brookdale University Park offer to enrich residents' well-being?
We have daily activities ranging from exercise, crafts, book club and the ever favorite Bingo.
What places are near Brookdale University Park or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
Samford University is across the street and we often have visits to their campus.
What transportation services does Brookdale University Park offer to assisted living residents?
We offer transportation to physician appointments. We have transportation to local church and synagogues. We have multiple trips a month to shopping and restaurants.
What makes the chef or dining program at Brookdale University Park exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
The Residents can choose from three entrées with meat, fish or poultry. We have multiple sides of vegetables and salads. We have sugar free and regular desserts. We have a restaurant type atmosphere for our dining experience.
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale University Park offer to assisted living residents?
We are a gated community and we have secured doors that a visitor will need a electronic fob to gain access to the community. We also have emergency systems in each unit and pendants for the Residents. We also have a concierge desk that is manned 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
How does Brookdale University Park keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
If chosen the family shares their email with us. We also communicate via cell phone and in person arranged meetings. Most of our communication is done face to face with the families.
If Brookdale University Park accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
We do accept cats and dogs as long as the Resident can care for the animal. Once they cannot provide care for the animal we can provide a fee based service to manage the animal. We have court yards for them to enjoy the outdoors..
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
The staff training includes Dementia Care training, Understanding Seniors, Personal Care and Customer Service. Monthly In-services
Describe the overall population of independent living residents at Brookdale University Park. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Our population is made up of retired CEO’s, Judges, Attorneys and Business leaders of Birmingham. Their average is 80 with a few Residents in the high 90’s. Their favorite thing to do is socialize and be with their lifelong friends who also live here. They enjoy our Activities and the local outings we provide on a weekly basis.
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
The shopping districts of Homewood and Mountain Brook are nearby. The University of Alabama – Birmingham and Samford University are nearby for our Residents use and enjoyment. Local restaurants and a mall are a mile away from our campus.
What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at Brookdale University Park has organized?
We have gone to a music festival, the art museum, local brewery and other cultural events. We take part in local community charities like the Alzheimer’s and the Junior League. We attempt to go where ever our Residents wants us to go.
What transportation services does Brookdale University Park offer to independent living residents?
We offer transportation to physician appointments. We have transportation to local church and synagogues. We have multiple trips a month to shopping and restaurants.
What makes the chef or dining program at Brookdale University Park exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?
The Residents can choose from three entrées with meat, fish or poultry. We have multiple sides of vegetables and salads. We have sugar free and regular desserts. We have a restaurant type atmosphere for our dining experience. Our chef conducts a monthly “Menu Chat” where he receives feedback on our menus and service.
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
We have two common areas on each floor of our community. We have a community room that can seat 100 people they can use. We have a 2nd floor atrium area where they can gather and chat. We have various nooks throughout the community they can sit and engage with each other.
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale University Park offer to independent living residents?
We are on a gated community and we have secured doors that a visitor will need a electronic fob to gain access to the community. We also have emergency systems in each unit and pendants for the Residents. We also have a concierge desk that is manned 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
If Brookdale University Park accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
We do accept cats and dogs as long as the Resident can care for the animal. Once they cannot provide care for the animal we can provide a fee based service to manage the animal. We have court yards for them to enjoy the outdoors.
Does Brookdale University Park work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
No. We have a resident Care Coordinator during day time hours to serve out Independent Living residents. We also have Nurse on Call - Home Health and Personalized Living to assist our residents in our community. Our residents are able to hire an outside agency of their choice to provide assistance
How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?
We staff 3 personnel on days and we have a nurse around the clock and we have 2 Resident programming personnel on days and afternoons. Overnight we have 2 personnel and a nurse for our Residents.
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale University Park provide to protect residents who wander?
We do not accept exit seeking Residents in our AL. We will accept wandering Residents in our Memory Care which is a secured neighborhood and located on the 1st floor of our community.
What programs or activities does Brookdale University Park offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?
The Programs or activities that Brookdale offer to keep residents engaged are: Recreational, Life skills, Sensory and B-Fit Exercise. We also celebrate Birthday’s once a month along with musical and social activities. The staff engages residents’ long-term memories by offering home like environment and activities that improve resident’s quality of life.
Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?
The Nurse (HWC) assesses the Resident’s health and cognitive functioning monthly. The charge nurse monitors for any changes in resident’s mental status or condition daily and immediately reports their findings to the resident’s attending physician and family.
What techniques does Brookdale University Park use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?
We aim to enhance meal enjoyment, provide a positive social experience, and provide nutritional stability. We attempt to preserve the remaining dining skills and ability to use utensils while honoring tastes, preferences, past dining habits and choices. We use several techniques to support residents during mealtimes such as the following: a. Gesture prompt- We point to the object or touch the resident’s hand where we would like for them to take action. b. Starter prompt- Is when we task with the resident to help them understand c. Demonstration prompt- We show the resident what action that we would like for them to take. d. Hand over Hand prompt- We do this by placing our hand over the hand of the resident to guide them on action from beginning to end , and the let go to see if the resident can continue without the prompt. e. Hand under hand prompt- We hook our thumb under the resident’s thumb to help guide them through the physical action of the task.
How does Brookdale University Park keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?
1. The HWC schedules care conference meetings with the families every 90 days, with each change of condition, care plan review, medication changes, or any other change that may occur with the resident/family. 2. The HWC may hold a care conference meeting via phone or in person. 3. The family can request to have a care conference meeting at any time as well.
Describe the neighborhood around Brookdale University Park. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?
The Community is nestled in a Residential area called Mountain Brook. It is built into the side of a mountain and is surrounded by woods and green spaces.
Is Brookdale University Park affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?
We use several hospitals including Brookwood, Grandview and UAB Downtown
Services and Amenities of Brookdale University Park
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- In Room Kitchens
- Dining Room Shared Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Party Space
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
Cleaning services
- Housekeeping
Health services
- Nurse On Staff: Onsite 24/7
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Religious Services
- Fitness Room
Guest services
- Guests At Mealtime
- Overnight Guests
Languages
- English
General
- Resident Capacity: 90
- Minimum Age: 65
- Pets: Yes
Licenses
- State Licenses: D3768
About Brookdale University Park
Brookdale University Park provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. Brookdale Living's Birmingham, AL community delivers Inspired Independent Living, with the promise of Exceptional Experiences Everyday. In choosing this community, our residents have made a conscious lifestyle decision designed to deliver enhanced opportunities for pursuing health and life fulfillment through the exceptional independent and assisted living services, amenities, and opportunities we offer. And, the residents at Brookdale Place University Park can rest assured that as their needs change, we provide a variety of ancillary services and a Personalized Assisted Living environment that encourages residents to continue to live as they please while respecting individual preferences.
Optimum Life® and Celebrations provide an all-encompassing way of life that touches the lives of the residents of this independent and assisted living community, their families, and associates alike. Optimum Life® is a journey of self-discovery including services, features, and benefits that allow each resident to pursue their peak level of health, wholeness and fulfillment while balancing six key dimensions of personal wellness: emotional, intellectual, physical, social, spiritual and purposeful. As part of Optimum Life®, the mission of Brookdale Place University Park is to encourage our independent and assisted living residents to celebrate life each day. Inspired dining and vibrant lifestyle activities come together in our Celebrations program filling the monthly calendar at Brookdale Living's Birmingham, AL community with themed experiences, special events, and group activities that highlight different cultures and cuisines in a common venue of camaraderie.
Our Clare Bridge Place program serves those with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Each day, we promise to work to deliver Daily Moments of Success for each resident. The Clare Bridge Daily Path provides structure and activities each day designed to meet specific needs of those with dementia, while the Clare Bridge Dining Program, designed by a gerontologist and registered dietitian, helps residents in need of Alzheimer's care retain the ability to enjoy and master the daily dining experience.
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