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5
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March 22, 2021
My husband is staying at Brookdale Alexandria. We chose this community because it was very nice, very clean, the people were very helpful when I went to go visit it for the first time, and it was cheaper than the nursing home. The staff is very caring and has a lot of empathy for these memory care patients. My husband told me he likes the food. The activities they have include arts and crafts and others. It is nice, clean, and decorated pretty.
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About Brookdale Alexandria in Alexandria, Louisiana
Brookdale Alexandria offers a home-like setting and cheerful smiles from their professional staff. The caring staff offers assistance while respecting residents' independence. The peaceful setting, restaurant-style dining, activities and beautiful setting combine to create a wonderful living environment where home-style meals and daily activities add to residents' experience. Through special events, activities, clubs and ongoing cultural enrichment programs, residents have unlimited opportunities to get to know each other.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Louisiana Deparment of Health Adult Residential Care Directory
Services and Amenities of Brookdale Alexandria in Alexandria, Louisiana
Dining
- Communal Dining
- Beverages provided
- Fine dining
- Flexible dining options
- Guest Meals
- Meal delivery and/or takeout option
- Meals provided
- Resident-assisted menu development
- Room Service
- Snacks provided
- Flexible food options
Health Services
- Medication Reminders
- Diabetic Care
- Disease Management
- Immunizations
- Memory Care
Languages
- English spoken
Therapies
- Physical Therapy/Rehabilitation
Financing & Payment Options
- Rent And Care Fees
- Accepts Check Payments
- Medicaid Not Accepted
- Medicare Not Accepted
- Private Pay Accepted
- Veterans Aid (VA) Benefits Accepted
- Long-Term Care Insurance Accepted
Diet & Nutrition
- Diabetic
- Dietary services
- Dietitian-Approved Meals
- Low Fat
- Low Salt
- Special Diets/Dietary Accommodations
Room Amenities
- Cable/Satellite In Unit
- Closet Space In Unit
- Individual Climate Controls
- No Kitchen in unit
- Private Outdoor Space
- Shower in unit
- Telephone Hookup
- Wifi/Internet In Unit
- Unfurnished units
Parking Options
- Parking Lot
Fitness & Wellness Programs
- Fitness & wellness facilities/equipment
- Salon Services
- Balance activities/programs
- Brain fitness activities
- Chair fitness
- Group exercise
- Health & wellness education
- Life enrichment activities/programs
Housekeeping & Maintenance
- Housekeeping Services
- Laundry Services
- Groundskeeping Services
- Maintenance & Repair Services
- Maintenance Staff On-Site
- Pest Control Services
- Trash Removal Services
On-Site Services
- Religious Services
- Catholic Services
- Church services
- Elderlife Financial Planning Services
- Veterans Affairs (VA) Aid Assistance
- Newspaper delivery
Transportation & Shopping
- General Transportation Services
- Medical Transportation Services
Ambulatory Assistance & Accessibility
- Accessible apartments
- Accessible Facilities
- Ambulatory Assistance
- Ambulatory Assistance Features
- Mobility Assistance Features
- Mobility & Wheelchair Assistance
- No Hoyer Lift
- Transfer Assistance
- Two-Person Transfer Assistance
- Wheelchair Accessible Facilities
- Wheelchair Accessible Transportation
Guests
- Guest Parking
- Overnight Guests
Safety & Security
- Emergency Preparedness Procedures & Facilities
- Emergency Response System
- Fall Prevention Program
- Personal Medical Alert Systems
- Safety & Wellness Checks
- Supervisory Staff
Pets
- Pets
- No Large Dogs
- Pet care services
- Visiting pets allowed
Games Hobbies & Recreation
- Facilitated Field Trips/Outings
- Activities staff
- Arts & Crafts Activities/Programs
- Culinary Activities/Programs
- Educational Activities/Programs
- Entertainment activities/programs
- Intergenerational events/programs
- Literary Activities/Programs
- Music Activities/Programs
- Organized activities/programs
- Performing arts activities/programs
- Recreational activities/programs
- Resident volunteer opportunities
- Seasonal, holiday, and themed events
- Social Activities/Events
- Spiritual activities/programs
- Tabletop & Other Games/Programs
Inside Amenities
- Entertainment Venues
- Cable/Satellite TV in Common Area
- Laundry facilities
- Mailboxes
- Religious Spaces
- Performance venues
Outside Amenities
- Garden
- Enclosed/Secured outdoor common areas
- Outdoor common areas
- Patio
Kitchen Types
- Kitchenette
Campus/Building Details
- Convenient location
- Flexible Visitation Hours
- Single-floor building
Personal Care
- Administer Medication
- Bathing Assistance
- Cueing & Redirection
- Dressing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Grooming Assistance
- Health/Medical reminders
- Mealtime Reminders
- Medical Appointment Scheduling Assistance
- Oral Hygiene Assistance
- Personal Care Assistants
- Personal Care Reminders
- Shaving Assistance
- Toileting Assistance
- Urinary Incontinence Care
Staff Training & Qualifications
- Reference Checks
- Staff Driving Record Check
- Staff screening conducted
- Staff to resident ratio meets state requirements
- Staff trained in aging & mobility
- Staff trained in ambulatory assistance
- Staff trained in behavior management
- Staff trained in chronic diseases/illnesses
- Staff trained in client rights
- Staff trained in diabetes care
- Staff trained in disability care
- Staff trained in disease/illness management and prevention
- Staff trained in diversity/inclusion/sensitivity
- Staff Trained in Ethics
- Staff Trained in First Aid
- Staff trained in fitness & wellness
- Staff trained in injury/trauma care
- Staff trained in Medication Management
- Staff trained in memory care
- Staff trained in Palliative Care
- Staff trained in personal care
- Staff trained in safety
- Staff trained in taking Vital Signs
- Staff trained in use of medical equipment
- Staff trained to monitor for abuse/neglect/exploitation
- Trained staff on-site
Additional Amenity Information
- Housing: Friendship Suite
- Dining: Dementia-Friendly Menus„providing diverse offerings that help prevent weight-loss. Selections are easy to manage, familiar and appealing to the senses.
Costs for Brookdale Alexandria in Alexandria, Louisiana
Memory Care
$6,469
Starting Price
Assisted Living
$4,174
Starting Price
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Reviews of Brookdale Alexandria in Alexandria, Louisiana
Alice
5
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March 1, 2022
Brookdale Alexandria was a very nice place. I only met with one staff and she was good. The room was small, but I'm sure it's normal for what it is. I just don't see it working for my parents. Upkeep and maintenance were good.
Lisa
5
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March 22, 2021
My husband is staying at Brookdale Alexandria. We chose this community because it was very nice, very clean, the people were very helpful when I went to go visit it for the first time, and it was cheaper than the nursing home. The staff is very caring and has a lot of empathy for these memory care patients. My husband told me he likes the food. The activities they have include arts and crafts and others. It is nice, clean, and decorated pretty.
A Resident's Daughter
5
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March 20, 2021
My mother chose to stay at Brookdale Alexandria. She feels very comfortable and safe there. Their prior director did not relate well to people, so they're about to get a new director. My mother said the food has really improved, and the nurses and aides are good, too. They have an activities director, but they have been shut down since April. Consequently, they haven't had any COVID there. They just finished giving them their second shots, so they're very careful, and there are not that many activities. Every once in a while, they get a sheet with some activities in their rooms, and they give them magic markers to use or things like that. Brookdale's cost goes up every year. My mother went there in 2016 when I became ill and couldn't take care of her at home, and I think she has been there the longest.
GA
5
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October 9, 2020
My brother is in Brookdale Alexandria. I haven't had a chance to go in there because of the pandemic, but I'm familiar with the place. I had a cousin in there. They give updates if we ask for them. My brother has a one-bedroom apartment, and there's no full kitchen. Due to the pandemic, there's not a lot going on, not even meals. They're not bringing outside people in there, which is good. They had a cafeteria, and it was nice. He hasn't complained.
Dave
5
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March 14, 2019
My mother receives excellent care at the Brookdale in Alexandria, Louisiana. The nurses and staff are very attentive and caring. She is very happy with her the care she has received. She has met many new friends at Brookdale and has other friends who come visit her as well. She has recommended to others that they may want to join the Brookdale family when the need arises.
Karen
5
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March 13, 2019
I am so grateful to Brookdale for the excellent care and beautiful facility for my mom. The memory Care unit is the perfect fit to help mom deal with dementia. The calm environment and caring staff has brought out the best in this difficult situation. It is such a peace of mind to know she is in the best place for her.
Paula855822
5
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November 23, 2016
The experience at Brookdale has been awesome and really good. It’s expensive, but she chose the facility because it’s closer to her sisters. It’s not going to be wise, but that’s where my mother wanted to go. The rooms were very nice and clean. The staff was very helpful and friendly; they helped me with the whole process. Everything has been really good.
Melodye147412
4
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November 22, 2016
My relative is in Brookdale Alexandria. They make a special accommodation for her because she is an evacuee from the flood in South Louisiana, and we were able to place her in a room within a week. They offer exercise, craft, puzzles, readings, and church. They also have a van that will transport them to events and to her doctors' appointments. They serve three meals a day. The staff keeps us abreast of the things that she may need and offer to assist us in getting home health if she needs that. They are very good. They provide laundry services, but she can also use the dry cleaners that pick up and deliver.
James Haywood
4
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November 12, 2015
My wife, Dona, and I had a very good visit at Brookdale. We were ery pleased with the facility. In the past, I have had experiences with nursing homes with other relatives that were not good. On-the-other-hand, Brookdale left me feeling that my mother-in-law would be well cared for in a pleasant environment. Discussions with health care providers in our community further boosted my belief that Brookdale would be a good place for my mother-in-law to live.
Caring102598250
5
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February 22, 2015
The Emeritus staff was very nice, and the rooms were very nice and clean. It seemed like all the residents were happy, and they have a whole list of activities like bingo. I really like the marketing person that took me on the tour. She was very nice about the way she handled one of the occupants.
Sandra101568250
5
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January 29, 2015
I took a tour to the one facility on Alexandria named Emeritus. I actually went on the website, and a gentleman called me to set up a tour. The staff was very helpful, and it really seemed like a wonderful place. The rooms were very nice, and it had a good size. The bathroom is very nice because they had a lot of space. I wasn't able to eat there, but I was able to visit the dining room, and it was very nice also. The long term employees impressed me the most. Normally, you would see a lot of turnover, but the employees have been there for such a long time. As for security, I think it is safe enough.
Caring78610650
5
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July 19, 2014
I like everything about Emeritus at Alexandria. It's the nicest one in the area, but the most expensive one too. The staff were friendly and informative. They answered everything that I needed answered. They have restaurant-style for the meals. They were doing activities, although I am not able to remember them offhand. I know they have a full calendar of activities. They also have a shuttle that takes people if they want to go shopping or go to places.
Caring86500350
5
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June 26, 2014
Emeritus is lovely, but it still wasn't home. I met a couple of members of the staff during our walkthrough. They were very helpful, and they gave me a lot of information. They gave me an activity calendar, and I saw some activities going on in the group rooms. They gave me a tour of a couple of different rooms, and they were very neat, organized, and clean.
Caring77276650
4
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January 24, 2014
It was a very nice facility and it was more for the upper class. They did it right. It just was not a good fit for me. It was just a little upscale for what we were looking for. I did not see very many residents there, most of them were in their rooms. It could have been the time of day I went there but the ones I had interaction with liked it there. The staff were friendly and professional. I like their apartments. It was spacious and very well decorated,. You have to provide your own furniture though.
Aileen82035750
3
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December 30, 2013
Emeritus turned out to be on the spendy side and the place isnÕt large enough for the two of us. It was a lovely place for a single person to move in but the we wanted a little more square footage and the price for what they have was a little out of reason.
Hasine
3
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May 11, 2013
The staff at Emeritus were very nice and polite. The food was also very delicious and tasty. However, it had a very institutional atmosphere. I was just not impressed by the place.
Ron2
5
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November 1, 2012
The Emeritus is the best in our area. They have big rooms and the people are very nice. We have a friend that is there now and she speaks very highly of the food.
mserb013
4
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July 31, 2012
I love this facility. It offers some of the best care in the county. I really feel welcomed in like a member of the community when I go to visit my father. I am able to attend his daily tasks and routines and see how much he enjoys living here. I could not have picked a better facility to put my father in. He is very happy where he lives, and after visiting I know he is well taken care of. He has even met a lady friend. My dad is genuinely happy at Kingsley place and I think that I made a great choice choosing to put him in that assisted living facility.
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