Brookshire Healthcare Center

My mother-in-law was in Brookshire Healthcare Center in Huntsville. She had dementia, and it was a very sad situation, but I thought they did well. I did not see her that often, but based on my personal experience with them, they seemed fine. Because she had dementia and really didn't communicate that much, there were times when the food in her refrigerator got spoiled and things like that. I think she just didn't communicate well, but all in all, I thought it was OK. I did not visit her as much, but I thought it was fairly clean. Of course, with so many of the residents being incontinent, sometimes there was a smell. It was not bad, but I understand with so many residents being incontinent, it might be impossible to prevent the smell all the time. They tried to have activities like religious services. She really couldn't attend or do much of that toward the end, but they tried to provide activities and services. Her room was a semi-private, but there were times when there was no one else in the room. The financial person there worked with the family, and she seemed compassionate. The finances can be stressful, and she worked with the family on that; it was very helpful.

I visited my longtime friend at this facility this past Saturday. I was most impressed with the fact that u walk in the facility and it smells clean. It’s a much older bldg in an older part of Huntsville but clean and one of the friendliest staff you could meet. There is a feeling of positive thoughts and love for not only residents but family as well. Thank you for what I are doing for my dear friend and keep up the great work you are doing for our elderly population.

my mom was a little better today,she was smiling and happy,the staff was better this visit,even tho i still keep finding my moms clothes in her room mates closet,clothes that (I) buy.

After touring multiple facilities in the area, I found Brookshire Healthcare Center to be one of the BEST I've ever seen! They have Registered Nurses 24-Hours a day x 7 days, which most other homes do not, and this is extremely important to everyone involved on a daily basis. It was extremely clean and no oders at all, the floors shined like mirrors. I was very impressed with their Therapy Department and all the special equipment they had to offer. I highly reccommend this facility/home to anyone needing short term and/or long term care!!!