We toured Brookdale Cedar Springs. It was great. I was so excited at this point when they showed me everything. I was very excited. I think that the room itself is what kind of turned my mother off because it was like just one room. Then you put your bed in there in the living room and everything. She couldn't see herself living in a room, per se. I talked with the sales marketing guy, and he told me that they actually were making a bedroom separate from the living room. They had some rooms that were like that. He felt that he could help me out with that situation and possibly put her there, instead of putting her in a one room. I'm anxious to go and actually get to see that myself. Hopefully, I will be able to look at that room as well, in case mom was to change her mind.
Basically one of the main reasons I liked it is convenience. She would be on Spring Avenue and would be close enough to me that if I went to town to Decatur every day, I would be able to visit her. I could take her anywhere she wanted to go. Plus, I like the fact that this community center does not care about you having a checking account. They just let you pay to live there in an apartment or something, and it's just very free. They're not going to take control of your savings accounts or checking accounts, and they don't care what you have. I liked that about the place.
They have activities going all the time. You have a cafeteria that has hot lunch and supper each day. They have a beauty shop. I fixed my mom at my mom's house because she owned a beauty shop. I actually can fix her hair every day in that beauty shop, and they would have no obligations to that. There's a laundry room. You're able to use the laundry room each and every time that you want to. There are so many good things about it. There's outdoor patios and stuff. If you decided to go out and sit out on the patio, you could. It's a wonderful place. I feel like that would be the place I would choose.
It's clean. They have the assistance and people that help see after you. They've got handrails on each hallway. If residents need help walking, they can hold on to the rail. It's just an extremely super place, and they've always got something going on with the holidays, bingo, and cards. That's an everyday thing if that's what you wish. I did not eat there, but I did get an idea of what they were having. They were fixing to serve lunch one day while I was there, and so I did see the residents sitting at the tables and they were being served. It's not something that you have to go through a cafeteria line. You sit down at the table, and they bring it to you.
Brookdale Cedar Springs
Offers Independent Living
7 Reviews
2505 Spring Avenue, S.W., Decatur, AL 35601
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(800) 385-2527
Reviews of Brookdale Cedar Springs
Independent Living Reviews for Brookdale Cedar Springs
January 03, 2022
I visited this facility
August 30, 2021
I visited this facility
I went to Brookdale Cedar Springs. I liked it. They showed me the one bedroom; it was nice. They said they will put in linoleum. He said it would be updated, but it was OK. It was clean. I mean, I could live there like it was. He showed me a studio and a one bedroom. They had a gardening table. They had a library. They had laundry services. He just toured me all over the place, and they had a pond. He showed me a dining area, where you're served.
I would give them a three because the other place had more to offer and had cable and telephone included. Brookdale charges $35 for this, but they charge less than the other place for rent. The staff was very nice. He showed me where the activities were. They had a movie planned that night, and he gave me a good tour.
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August 28, 2021
I visited this facility
Brookdale Cedar Springs is independent living. They're not licensed for assisted living, but their setup is very similar to assisted living. It was assisted living until about a year ago. They have rooms that are in the same building as the dining room, so those are very much like assisted living, and they have a nurse there who sets up care plans for the residents. The staff was very helpful, answered all my questions, and called me afterwards to follow up. That's the place I was going to try to have my mom go to until she said she didn't want to move during COVID. I was very pleased with it. That's the place that I chose that I would want my mom to be on the budget that we have to be on. I had a good feeling about it. I liked the people who worked there. Everything was very clean, newly remodeled, and fresh. The staff was warm, friendly, and accommodating. They had transportation to doctors' appointments and shopping, and they had other activities for the residents. Everything was within close walking distance. They had relaxing areas and a library and everything was close together with easy access. There was also a nice outdoor area. It's set off from the main road, so it's kind of a pleasant neighborhood type environment instead of the city feel. It felt like a slower pace area.
October 01, 2019
I am/was a resident of this facility
Brookdale Cedar Springs has been very helpful. They're a little bit short on their maintenance people, but they come as quickly as they could. Everything else is quite good. I've heard from different residents that there aren't very many activities, and they let someone go who was on top of activities. My apartment is very nice and has a lot of closet and storage space. My master bedroom is bigger than the townhouse where I was. I'm on the second floor and I have a private balcony, and my living room is very nice. They're doing renovations. The food is quite good. We have two out of three meals a day paid for, cable TV, mailroom, nice kitchen, and a small full size refrigerator. I'm quite happy here.
April 12, 2019
I am/was a resident of this facility
Brookdale Cedar Springs has independent living, assisted living, and hospice care, and you don't have to move out of your apartment. It's wonderful. You get two meals a day, there are rides to take you places, and if I have to go to the doctor I just need to tell them beforehand. The people are very kind and nice, and they clean once a week. I just tell them my problem and they come over and take care of it. They're very proficient. They have a button that I'm supposed to hit every day to tell them I'm alive. They're very sweet and everybody's very helpful. I'm in a separate housing area that's separate from the apartments. I have a backyard with trees, two bedrooms, a living room, and a full kitchen. I have a cat and they don't have a problem with animals. I really like it here. The food is very nice and they come to the table like waiters. They have different choices or you can get a sandwich. They have a ton of activities. It costs a lot more than where I was, but you get the meals, coordinated activities, maid service once a week, and if I get sick they will bring the meal to me. It feels like home and like everything I wanted.
November 14, 2016
I visited this facility
I was very impressed with Brookdale Cedar Springs. It's a really nice and well maintained place. The staff was very nice, very pleasant, and very helpful. The residents were doing what they want to do. Some were reading, some were walking, some were sitting and talking, and some were doing various other activities. The dining area was very nice, very well maintained, and very clean.
August 09, 2013
I am a friend or relative of a resident
My parents lived in Cedar Springs for two years and it was a good facility. They staff was great and very helpful. But my big complaint was the food because everything was fried and it wasn't good.
Questions about Brookdale Cedar Springs
Describe the overall population of independent living residents at Brookdale Cedar Springs. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
The average age is 81. Many like Flex Your Brain, B-fit exercise, playing cards, socialization at meal time, going to Wal-Mart and out to eat once a month.
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
Wal-Mart, Mall, Water Aerobics at the Aqua Dome, gyms, Movie Theaters, restaurants, Duck Pond at our community and Art Center down town.
What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at Brookdale Cedar Springs has organized?
Monthly trips out to eat; Mystery rides; Concerts in the Park; 3 times a week to Water Aerobics; Weekly trips to Wal-Mart and errand day.
What transportation services does Brookdale Cedar Springs offer to independent living residents?
Brookdale Cedar Springs has 2 buses equipped with handicap lifts. Buses transport to local doctors, Dentists, weekly shopping trips and take scheduled activity trips according to season and resident interests.
What makes the chef or dining program at Brookdale Cedar Springs exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?
Food is delicious. We offer choices of food at each meal. Serve restaurant style with full service. Menu offers a 3 course meal and 2 Entrees choices per meal. With alternates available.. Cakes are made by scratch.
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
Dining room. Den, library and puzzle area, Club Room, sitting areas, beauty shop, computer room, sitting areas outside.
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale Cedar Springs offer to independent living residents?
Each bedroom and bathroom has an emergency pull system. We also have a check in system that if they do not push a button by 10 am then we call or physically check on them. It is a gated community with surveillance cameras. Doors to main building is locked at night but they have their own key. Fire alarm and sprinkle system and fire doors. Well-lit parking lot.
If Brookdale Cedar Springs accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Brookdale Cedar Springs is a Pet friendly community. All IL apartments have either a balcony or patio. The Patio Homes have direct access to the outdoors as well. The community is located on 14 acres of land with plenty of grassy area for animals.
Does Brookdale Cedar Springs work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
The Independent Living has Personalized Living services to provide assistance in the area of dressing, bathing, toileting, medication reminders and other services contracted. All residents can have either Home Health or Hospice as ordered by their doctor.
Costs for Brookdale Cedar Springs
Services and Amenities of Brookdale Cedar Springs
Costs
- All Inclusive Rent
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Entry Fee
- Fee Structure Extra: We Offer A Month To Month Rental
- Independent Living Starting At: $1795/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: We Do Not Offer Companion Suites
- Studio Apartments
- Housing Extra: Cottages
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- In Room Kitchens
- Dining Room Shared Meals
- Room Service For Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Computer Room
- Resident Transportation
- Party Space
- Tv Room
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
- Features Extra: Library, Fitness Room/Gym, W/D In Apt
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Private Cleaning Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Technology and entertainment
- Cable In Rooms
- Internet Enabled Rooms
- Wifi
- Technology Extra: Emergency Call System
Health services
- Medication Management
- Physical Therapy
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Music
- Games
- Stories
- Religious Services
- Lectures Discussions
- Book Clubs
- Wii Sports
- Fitness Room
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Arts And Crafts
- Activities Extra: Computer Class
Financial guidance
- Home Sale Assistance
- Va Benefits Consultation
- Financing Advice
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
- Overnight Guests
Diet
- Low Fat
- Low Salt
Languages
- English
General
- Staff Patient Ratio: 10 To 1
- Respite Care
- Minimum Age: 65
- Pets: Yes
Range of services
- Physical Therapy
Licenses
- Licenses: Alabama State License
About Brookdale Cedar Springs
Brookdale Cedar Springs 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. Our Brookdale 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 services, amenities and opportunities we offer.
Our Optimum Life® and Celebrations programs provide an all-encompassing way of life that touches the lives of our residents, 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® we encourage our residents to celebrate life each day. Inspired dining and vibrant lifestyle activities come together in our Celebrations program filling the monthly calendar with themed experiences, special events and group activities that highlight different cultures and cuisines in a common venue of camaraderie.
What Makes Us Special
At Cedar Springs we offer a beautiful 14 acre gated campus with a pond out front.
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