
Brookdale Towson Baltimore, MD
Offers Assisted Living and Memory Care
Independent and Assisted Living new residents receive $500 off the 1st full month and 4th full month free Base Rent. Must take financial possession by 1/31//2021. Ask for details when you tour.
Reviews of Brookdale Towson
Assisted Living Reviews for Brookdale Towson
December 12, 2019
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June 02, 2019
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January 18, 2019
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July 23, 2018
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Provider Response
We regret that we were unable to meet all of your expectations. We want to thank you for your feedback and please know it will be reviewed and used to better serve our residents and their families in the future.
January 04, 2018
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Provider Response
We are sorry to hear we are not meeting your expectations. We are committed to providing the highest-quality service and care for each resident and hope you will call our Resident and Family Connection Team at 877-400-5296 to discuss your concerns.
April 19, 2015
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March 25, 2015
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February 09, 2015
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November 19, 2014
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November 19, 2014
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November 17, 2014
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June 19, 2013
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September 22, 2012
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June 15, 2012
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December 07, 2011
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Memory Care Reviews for Brookdale Towson
December 22, 2020
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Questions about Brookdale Towson
What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?
All staff is required to have monthly Brookdale Training as well as state required training. CPR and first aid training.
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Brookdale Towson. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
The overall population is 40% men and 60% women. Total of 69 residents in assisted living and 23 in memory care. The average age is 83. The residents enjoy the lunch outings, weekly store trips and our on site entertainment. We have residents in our community as young as 68 and as old as 100.
What programs or activities does Brookdale Towson offer to enrich residents' well-being?
Every residents is provided a monthly calendar listing of all programs and activities. Brookdale Towson offers weekly happy hours with entertainment, shopping trips, scenic rides, lunch outings, a variety of exercise programs, cooking demos by our chef, art projects, painting, crafts, coffee chat, bingo, movies, flex your brain and monthly birthday parties with entertainment are just to name a few. Our resident also enjoy the monthly book mobile. Monthly counsel meetings. Brookdale also offers on site physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy.
What places are near Brookdale Towson or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
Brookdale Towson is located next door to a church which is within walking distance. There are also many churches in the area. A major shopping mall and public library are within a 5 minute drive from the community. Many restaurants and grocery stores are close by as well.
What transportation services does Brookdale Towson offer to assisted living residents?
Brookdale has a shuttle available to residents for doctor appointments.
What makes the chef or dining program at Brookdale Towson exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
We are proud to announce that our chef was awarded the SILVER SPOON this year. Lifespan sponsors a yearly event and competition between 20 - 25 assisted living and independent communities. Each chef is required to create their choice of an appetizer, dessert or main dish. and then voted on by a panel of judges. Brookdale Towson proudly walked away with the Silver Spoon, which is like winning the Oscars in the dining world!! Our chef has also been awarded the PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD 4 years in a row. Our dining program offers 3 meals a day with unlimited snacks. All meals are prepared on site with fresh meats, fruits & vegetables. Homemade soups and salad dressings. Every meal is seated, with a menu for residents to choose from. Each table has an assigned server to create the perfect dining experience. Residents can choose from 5 different entrée options along with a choice of vegetables and desserts. Our chef is more than happy to accommodate residents in need of special diet needs.
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale Towson offer to assisted living residents?
Every resident wears a GPS life alert pendant to accommodate their needs 24/7. All private bathrooms are equipped with slip resistant floors, pull cords, grab bars next to the toilet and in their walk in showers. Walk in showers also have a seat for safety. All doors in the community are secured from 8:00pm to 8:00am for safety. Visitors before 8:00am or after 8:00pm use the call button to enter and exit the community. Receptionist onsite from 9:00am to 8:00pm. Our memory care is a secured environment to ensure the safety of our residents. Nursing 24/7 as well as resident aids. Wander guards in assisted living. Safety railings in all hallways.
How does Brookdale Towson keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
Our community is continuously keeping our residents informed regarding their loved one. Facebook postings, calls as needed, email, text, postings throughout the community and at the front desk. Mailings and emails to families for family and friend events. Our executive director sends a monthly newsletter via email to ensure families are updated on events, programs, etc. Family meetings at any time at the request of the family. Our executive director and health and wellness director will request family meetings to discuss any concerns as necessary.
What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Brookdale Towson during daytime and nighttime hours?
Assisted Living - Our entire community has 24/7 nursing which means we have an actual nurse over night physically in the community to access any situation that might arise. 2 residents aids in assisted living over night and 3 during the day. In addition 3 nurses are in the community administering meds. Health and wellness director, charge nurse and resident care supervisor on site during regular business hours and rotating weekends.
If Brookdale Towson accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Brookdale gladly accepts dogs and cats. Residents must be able to take care their pets. Our community has a lovely courtyard and front grass area as well. We also have walking paths to walk dogs.
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
Our staff is required to have monthly Brookdale training as well as state required training. CPR and first aid training.
How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?
Memory care has 23 residents total. Our entire community has 24/7 nursing which means we have an actual nurse over night physically in the community to access any situation that might arise. 2 residents aids in memory care over night and 3 during the day. Health and wellness director,charge nurse, resident care supervisor and memory care director on site during regular business hours and rotating weekends. Dedicated nurse specific to memory care administering meds.
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale Towson provide to protect residents who wander?
Brookdale offers wander guards to residents that may wander. The door alarms if a resident gets to close to front and back doors in the community. All staff and managers are fully aware of any resident wearing a wander guard as an extra precaution.
What programs or activities does Brookdale Towson offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?
Clare Bridge/Memory Care offers a full schedule of activities that occur 7 days a week. These activities include but aren't limited to exercise classes, art therapy, live entertainment, singing, dance therapy, raised gardening, cookouts in the courtyard, scenic rides, lunch outings, cooking demonstrations by our chef, weekly happy hour and brain power are just a few. Our memory care director provides the family with a " Life Story" form to be completed. The life story of each resident helps our staff learn about and get to know each resident before moving into the community.
Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?
Our health and wellness director assesses residents before admission, 30 days after admission and quarterly. Family can request assessments at anytime as well as our health and wellness director.
What techniques does Brookdale Towson use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?
Clarebridge programming. Aromatherapy, music, staff assistance, food tool augmentation as needed. Restaurant atmosphere-cloth tablecloths and napkins, real utensils etc. Refresh program that stimulates the senses.
How does Brookdale Towson keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?
Our health and wellness director, charge nurse, memory care director or dedicated memory care nurses will inform families about their loved one's health. Their means of communication is mainly by phone and then email if necessary.
Describe the neighborhood around Brookdale Towson. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?
Brookdale is surrounded by several upscale neighborhoods within walking distance.
Is Brookdale Towson affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?
We are minutes away from two major hospitals. GBMC ( Greater Baltimore Medical Center) is 1 mile from the community. University of MD St Joseph's Medical Center is 2.0 miles from the community.
Services and Amenities of Brookdale Towson
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: We Offer Companion Suites
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- Dining Room Shared Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Computer Room
- Resident Transportation
- Party Space
- Tv Room
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
- Spa
- Features Extra: Library, Fitness Room/Gym
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
- Nurse On Staff: Yes
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Music
- Games
- Stories
- Religious Services
- Lectures Discussions
- Book Clubs
- Wii Sports
- Fitness Room
- Gardening
- Arts And Crafts
Financial guidance
- Va Benefits Consultation
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
- Overnight Guests
Languages
- English
General
- Minimum Age: 65
- Pets: Yes
Range of services
- Physical Therapy
About Brookdale Towson
We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you every day. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence.
Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create a wonderful living environment everyday. Our genuine caring staff, home style meals, daily activities add to our residents' experience.
Through special events, activities, clubs and ongoing cultural enrichment programs, we offer unlimited opportunities for you to get to know other residents and us. Call to set up an appointment for a tour because we delight in showing you our home.
Amenities and Services
- Daily assistance with bathing and dressing
- Medication management
- Dining assistance and special diets
- Assistance with reminders and redirection
- Escorts and assistance with walking
- Emergency response call system
- Housekeeping
- Laundry and linen service
*Rates subject to change at any time. Level of care not included.
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