
Brookdale South Bend
Offers Assisted Living
Reviews of Brookdale South Bend
Assisted Living Reviews for Brookdale South Bend
March 20, 2022
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
January 29, 2022
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
February 15, 2020
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
October 23, 2018
I visited this facility
Provider Response
We are sorry to hear your tour of Brookdale South Bend did not meet your expectations. We want to thank you for taking the time to visit and provide feedback. Our staff is committed to providing the highest-quality service and care and we will share your feedback with our management team.
October 18, 2017
I visited this facility
Provider Response
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us from our tour of Brookdale South Bend. We have shared your feedback with our management team.
February 10, 2016
I visited this facility
November 25, 2015
I visited this facility
Provider Response
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. By giving us your feedback, you are helping us to understand what we do well and what we could focus on improving. Please be assured your feedback will be reviewed and used to help better serve our residents and their families.
September 29, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
June 25, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
June 15, 2014
I visited this facility
March 29, 2014
I visited this facility
September 11, 2013
I visited this facility
August 09, 2013
I am a friend or relative of a resident
July 17, 2013
I visited this facility
Provider Response
Thank you for taking the time to visit and provide feedback. We take your comments seriously and are committed to providing quality care and services to our residents. Your feedback has been shared with our management team for review.
Questions about Brookdale South Bend
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Brookdale South Bend. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
The average age of our residents is from 60 years old and up. Residents love to play cards, including Euchre. They enjoy exercise daily, and walking club is a favorite. Our residents enjoy celebrating all nationalities and cultures.
What programs or activities does Brookdale South Bend offer to enrich residents' well-being?
B-Fit Balance and Flexibility & Relaxation and Breathing, Cardio & Lower Body, I-Pad mind games, Bingo, Flex your brain, Wii Bowling, puzzles and crafts.
What places are near Brookdale South Bend or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
Brookdale is 5 minutes from the University Park Mall, lots of wonderful fast food and Restaurants, Grocery stores and Pharmacies, we are 2 miles from Notre Dame, 2 miles from St Joseph Regional Medical Center.
What transportation services does Brookdale South Bend offer to assisted living residents?
Scheduled transportation is available for a fee.
What makes the chef or dining program at Brookdale South Bend exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Our ‘family style menu’ is resident centered and created based on what the residents ask for. Our chef David meets with each resident to see how to tailor their meals tastes specifically. David is outside in the snow grilling hamburgers, making goulash, using a residents recipe for their favorite dish, dining at Brookdale South Bend brings nostalgia to the table.
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale South Bend offer to assisted living residents?
2-way speakers are activated in each apartment by pull cord and go directly to our phone line. Single level community - no stairs or elevator to worry about! Front entrance and side doors are secured. Walk-in Showers. Grab Bars. Enclosed residential courtyard.
How does Brookdale South Bend keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
We keep families informed via emails, calls, texts and monthly zoom calls at minimum
What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Brookdale South Bend during daytime and nighttime hours?
I varies, but we always have staff on site 24 hours each day.
If Brookdale South Bend accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Yes, Brookdale South Bend is Pet Friendly! Pets can enjoy the enclosed courtyard. Off-leash playtime allowed!
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
All staff receives monthly training regardless of their position.
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale South Bend provide to protect residents who wander?
We are a locked community; Front entrance and side doors are secured and only opened with a code.
Costs for Brookdale South Bend
Services and Amenities of Brookdale South Bend
Costs
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Fee Structure Extra: We Offer A Month To Month Rental
- Assisted Living Starting At: $3195/month
Room and housing options
- Companion Suites: We 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
- Features Extra: Library, 24 Hour Secure Exterior Doors Alarmed
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Private Cleaning Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Technology and entertainment
- Cable In Rooms
- Technology Extra: Emergency Call System
Health services
- Medication Management
- Physical Therapy
- Nurse On Staff: Yes
- Pharma
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Music
- Games
- Stories
- Religious Services
- Lectures Discussions
- Book Clubs
- Wii Sports
- Fitness Room
- Yoga
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Arts And Crafts
Financial guidance
- Home Sale Assistance
- Va Benefits Consultation
- Financing Advice
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
Diet
- Low Fat
- Low Salt
Languages
- English
- Spanish
General
- Respite Care
- Minimum Age: 65
- Pets: Yes
Range of services
- Physical Therapy
About Brookdale South Bend
Brookdale South Bend 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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