
Reviews of Brookdale Pensacola
Assisted Living Reviews for Brookdale Pensacola
August 13, 2021
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August 12, 2021
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June 20, 2021
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June 20, 2021
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February 18, 2021
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December 15, 2019
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October 02, 2019
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August 11, 2019
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February 06, 2019
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August 29, 2018
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May 27, 2017
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September 29, 2015
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August 05, 2015
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July 13, 2015
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January 24, 2015
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December 22, 2014
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December 15, 2014
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September 22, 2014
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September 12, 2014
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June 26, 2014
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November 27, 2013
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Questions about Brookdale Pensacola
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Brookdale Pensacola. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
With an average age of 83, most of BP’s population radiates a young-at-heart vibe. Walking club is often accompanied by upbeat jams and impromptu dance sessions. Some other favorite activities include shopping, exploring the city, hosting parties, and the ever-competitive Quarter BINGO. Friendships become family, and when age slows one of our residents down, they are still embraced as valued members of the community.
What programs or activities does Brookdale Pensacola offer to enrich residents' well-being?
BP offers activities for all levels of engagement. In addition to daily fitness opportunities, residents are offered multiple opportunities to enjoy church services, musical entertainment, outings (including out of state), memory & brain stimulation, holiday celebrations, and times to be involved independently in parallel with others. Residents that enjoy working alone may stop by the Gallery or Activities Room and bring items back to their apartments. BP frequently partners with local groups to bring a variety of entertainment to the community.
What places are near Brookdale Pensacola or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
Although located on a fairly busy parkway, the community is less than 1 mile from University Town Center, where residents can find shopping and dining options such as Publix, Target, Kohl’s, Chick-Fil-A, Starbucks, Panda Express, Firehouse Subs, Panera Bread, along with branches for Wells Fargo and Regions Banks.
What transportation services does Brookdale Pensacola offer to assisted living residents?
The community’s wheelchair accessible bus is often on the move, transporting residents to and from activities & outings, as well as to individual scheduled doctor’s appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Residents that drive and own a vehicle may park it anywhere in the community’s parking lot. If needed, the community also assists residents in coordinating with 3rd party transportation (taxi, Lyft/Uber).
What makes the chef or dining program at Brookdale Pensacola exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Residents can expect a nutritious, well-balanced menu that includes food from all walks of life, which THEY help design. Seasonal or local tastes, family traditions, special memories, or holidays are all incorporated as part of the dining experience. Our menus are approved by a dietician with the aging adult in mind. Residents have multiple outlets to share ideas for new or different menu options, in a way that they are comfortable with, including Menu Chat Meetings, the Resident Suggestion binder, comment cards, and directly with staff. Our Dining Service Coordinator leads a strong culinary team that understand the importance of food safety, honoring resident preference, offering a variety of options, and being open to feedback & making adjustments. Everyone in BP’s dietary department are Certified Food Protection Managers.
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale Pensacola offer to assisted living residents?
Community safety is one of the top priorities at BP. We prepare physically and mentally for situations that may arise. Multiple emergency pull cords are located in all of the apartments, as well as strategically around the community. Pendants (necklaces or bracelets) are offered but not required. Exit doors have a primary and secondary security system. We detect for both smoke & carbon monoxide and our fire systems are monitored by a 3rd party for the quickest response if ever needed. Due to our geographic location, we maintain preparations for natural disasters year-round. All associates are routinely in-serviced and trained for real life situations, to ensure that when time is of the essence, staff respond rather than react.
How does Brookdale Pensacola keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
Open communication with calls from community as needed, scheduled and impromptu family meetings, emails to families en masse for upcoming events or community updates, and texts & emails with ED and HWD if family’s preference.
What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Brookdale Pensacola during daytime and nighttime hours?
Brookdale staffs to the direct needs of our residents. Every resident receives an individualized care plan that provides detailed information about the care needs of the resident. This system collectively provides the amount of staffing needed to provide the best care for our residents. This always meets the state regulations and most often exceeds the recommendation of state
If Brookdale Pensacola accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Accepts pets. Lovely landscaped outdoor courtyard.
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
Our pets are welcome in all areas of the community, with the exception of where food is being served. We ask that pets are on a leash at all times in the common areas, but allow them to go off-leash in the central courtyard to allow them to exert energy & have fun. In addition to dogs and cats, BP accepts most domesticated animals as pets.
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale Pensacola provide to protect residents who wander?
Community doors are secured at all times, operated by Brookdale associates. The Health & Wellness Director assesses residents for signs of wandering behaviors, and implements additional interventions as appropriate. All associates are trained in identifying wandering behaviors, and effectively communicating with these residents.
Services and Amenities of Brookdale Pensacola
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: We Do Not Offer Companion Suites
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- Dining Room Shared Meals
- Room Service For Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Resident Transportation
- Party Space
- Tv Room
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
- Security Gate
- Spa
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Technology and entertainment
- Wifi
- Technology Extra: Emergency Call System
Health services
- Hospice Care
- Medication Management
- Physical Therapy
- Nurse On Staff: Yes
- Pharma
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Music
- Games
- Stories
- Religious Services
- Lectures Discussions
- Book Clubs
- Fitness Room
- Arts And Crafts
Financial guidance
- Home Sale Assistance
- Va Benefits Consultation
- Financing Advice
- Financial Aid
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
Diet
- Low Fat
- Low Salt
Languages
- English
- Spanish
General
- Staff Patient Ratio: 25 To 1
- Minimum Age: 65
- Pets: Small Pets Allowed
Range of services
- Physical Therapy
Licenses
- Licenses: Florida Assisted Living License
- State Licenses: AL9354
About Brookdale Pensacola
Brookdale Pensacola provides assisted living residents with lifestyles, housing, and services in comfortable surroundings combined with exceptional amenities, programs, and care. Through Brookdale's signature Personalized Assisted Living, we customize our care offerings for the individual. This allows each resident at our community the freedom and opportunity to make choices that will ease their lifestyle transitions. Residents enjoy life with the support they need, coupled with the appropriate accommodations as their needs change.
We promise Respect for Individual Preferences by offering personalized care needs and providing an atmosphere that encourages each assisted living resident to live in health and longevity. We also offer special housing and care options for those who require assistance with the activities of daily living such as dressing, bathing and assistance with medication. We offer graduated levels of care based upon the individual need of residents, as determined by our continual assessment process. We are dedicated to enriching the lives of residents every day with signature services for those who value their freedom and independence, but desire or need services providing them with the highest level of quality, care, and value.
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