Brookdale Forest City

Offers Assisted Living and Memory Care

12 Reviews

2013

493 Piney Ridge Road

Forest City

28043

Brookdale Forest City

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Scott 2022-03-22 My dad has been in Brookdale Forest City for a month now. The living atmosphere is terrific. Everything about it is good; I haven't found anything wrong with it. He loves the food there. The dining area is very fancy, very nice, and very homey. It doesn't look like an assisted living facility at all. They have all kinds of activities for them to do. They've got a calendar they put out every month and it's got all their activities on it. They got arts, different crafts, and all kinds of different things for them. They have a salon, a recreation room, and a rehab facility. The room is like a room in one of your houses would be. You can't tell any difference. It's very homey. It has a little sink, a refrigerator, a kitchenette, and a full bath. It's well worth the money. It's very well kept. We're very lucky to get him to be there. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 5 1

Bill 2022-02-26 The tour at Brookdale Forest City was very thorough and very professional. I like the place. The facility is very nice. The staff was very thorough and knew what they were doing. I visited this facility

5 5 1

Ginger 2021-07-07 We toured Brookdale Forest City and it was excellent. Everyone that was involved with the tour was very polite, respectful, upbeat, positive, and very thorough about everything. We liked the community layout, it was nice. We saw everything like the dining room, the gymnasium or the fitness room, and the library. We saw a 1-bedroom apartment, a 2-bedroom apartment, and a garden. The rooms were spotless and they were plenty big enough. We saw some of their artworks and they have them displayed. We saw what kind of arts and crafts they do. We saw the big organ and we met the elderly man who plays the organ with the singing group. We saw the menu and what they were having that evening meal. They give the residents a choice so you're not stuck eating whatever they give you. I visited this facility

5 5 1

Frazie 2017-01-20 Brookdale was the facility that was able to understand how to help a resident with dementia. They worked with the family to really know and understand the resident and help the resident with daily activities. Providing activities that involve the resident and get that resident involved. The most important quality that Brookdale provides is that they really CARE. Also they have the training to help residents with proper dementia care. I would say to anyone who has a loved one who is suffering from dementia to consider Brookdale to care for that loved one. It is the best facility around for this terrible illness. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 5 1

Caring101011750 2015-01-16 I like Carolina House as it was local; my mother-in-law is there. The staff is very good, very knowledgeable, and friendly. Sanitation is very good and well-maintained. The room is spacious with new bathroom and closets, and it’s a got a living room where we can turn, and it got enough room. The staff is very attentive to her needs. I am a friend or relative of a resident

5 5 1

valerie21 2014-08-26 I liked Carolina House and I thought it was really nice and gorgeous. It was close to where I live. I thought the grounds were lovely and well-kept. I talked to the residents and everyone was pleased with the care they received. They could have more activities for the residents. I would certainly recommend this facility. I visited this facility

5 4 1

Caring74925050 2014-01-17 We visited Carolina House. The environment was great as compared to the others that we looked at. The staff was very friendly and seemed like very caring people. The rooms that we looked at were more than adequate. I would recommend them to others. I visited this facility

5 4 1

GrandmothersGirl 2012-08-27 It's a very good place with caring people. There are many activities for here to belong. She has her friends. They play games. She even goes to bible studies. I am a friend or relative of a resident

5 5 1

Janelle1 2012-08-08 My mother was a resident at Carolina House for almost four years. The workers were very loving, caring people. They went out of their way to try and be friends and make Carolina feel like a real home to the residents. There was time for music, games, art, exercises, TV, outside entertainment, Local churches would come in for Bible studies and music IF anyone wished to attended. The food always freshly prepared. The Carolina House always had medical staff available, provided transportation to hospital and doctors appt. There was a beauty/barber shop in facility. I am a friend or relative of a resident

5 5 1

georgiaboy 2012-07-27 As soon as I saw this facility I could tell it was very well-maintained. Upon entering the Carolina House my first-impressions were confirmed because the place was very clean. My great-grandmother was in the Alzheimer's area of this facility and it was immaculate. The rooms and hallways looked perfect whenever I got a chance to visit. In addition to the appearance, the smell of the facility was very clean as opposed to either a musty scent of an old room or the sterility of a hospital. I had very little interaction with the staff but from what I could discern they seemed to be very friendly and well-equipped to aid the patients in the assisted living facility. My great-grandmother was able to watch her television to catch her baseball games. I heard from my grandfather that my great-grandmother did not suffer in her final days and passed away in her sleep. While my family wasn't able to care for her, the Carolina House did a heck of a job making sure that she was comfortable in those final years. I will never be able to repay them for that. I visited this facility

5 5 1

zach2465 2011-11-16 I get a chance to visit this facility multiple times a month. I am the Assistant Chief of our local ambulance service and this facility is in our call district. Out of all the facilities in our district this is my favorite one, for more than one reason. The first is the staff, they are so pleasant and helpful when we come in to take a patient to the hospital. The staff knows what is going on and are prepared for our arrival with the patients chief complain , recent vitals and all of the patients medical history, and medical records. It seems like they are always in a great mood even if it is busy, you can really tell that they love their patients and what they do. I have never dealt with a nurse that has had a bad attitude and trust me this happens at some facilities. The second is the absolute cleanliness of the facility. It smells great all throughout the facility and that is very important, the hallways are spotless and the rooms are just as clean, it is very noticeable how clean it is. This facility is also know for their Alzheimer Disease care. They have a separate part of the facility for these patients and it seems like it is set up great for these type of patients, They also offer great programs and information for the families of that type of patient, IE, if a speaker on alzheimers is coming into town they direct families to that info. I live with my grandparents and they both suffer from alzheimers and at the time I care for them at home, but when it comes to the time when I cant care for them like they need, this is the facility that they will go to, hands down. We have already looked in to several facilities and this is my top pick. I am overall very satisfied with this facility and only have wonderful things to say about this place. Like i said earlier, i work with these facilities closely, and we have about 10 to 12 nursing homes in our district, out of all the places this is the one that impresses myself and they rest of my crew members and coworkers and even the rest of my family the most. I love this place, i think they are doing lots of wonderful things here for the people in our community that need around the clock care. I visited this facility

5 5 1

Steve 2021-08-15 Brookdale Forest City is great. Their main concern is the happiness and welfare of their patients, which nobody else has kind of expressed. In their memory care (which is where my uncle is going), they have one lady that stays in that area with all the patients all day. She makes sure that they've got everything they need and that they're there doing stuff they want to do. She finds what interests they have, and she tries to expand all those interests. She makes sure they have an opportunity to do the things they like to do. So far, what we saw during the tour was great. The people there were great. The room they showed us was nice, spacious, and roomy. They don't have private bathrooms in the rooms. They have the bathrooms down the hall for that particular area. For my uncle, that would be fine, and that's also so they can manage the residents better. They have an exercise area, a garden area, a nice eating area, a community area, and even a woodworking area. They have a lady that is a country cook. She does all the cooking for them. She baked us some homemade chocolate chip cookies. I visited this facility

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493 Piney Ridge Road, Forest City, NC 28043

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March 22, 2022

By Scott

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

My dad has been in Brookdale Forest City for a month now. The living atmosphere is terrific. Everything about it is good; I haven't found anything wrong with it. He loves the food there. The dining area is very fancy, very nice, and very homey. It doesn't look like an assisted living facility at all. They have all kinds of activities for them to do. They've got a calendar they put out every month and it's got all their activities on it. They got arts, different crafts, and all kinds of different things for them. They have a salon, a recreation room, and a rehab facility. The room is like a room in one of your houses would be. You can't tell any difference. It's very homey. It has a little sink, a refrigerator, a kitchenette, and a full bath. It's well worth the money. It's very well kept. We're very lucky to get him to be there.

February 26, 2022

By Bill

I visited this facility

The tour at Brookdale Forest City was very thorough and very professional. I like the place. The facility is very nice. The staff was very thorough and knew what they were doing.

July 07, 2021

By Ginger

I visited this facility

We toured Brookdale Forest City and it was excellent. Everyone that was involved with the tour was very polite, respectful, upbeat, positive, and very thorough about everything. We liked the community layout, it was nice. We saw everything like the dining room, the gymnasium or the fitness room, and the library. We saw a 1-bedroom apartment, a 2-bedroom apartment, and a garden. The rooms were spotless and they were plenty big enough. We saw some of their artworks and they have them displayed. We saw what kind of arts and crafts they do. We saw the big organ and we met the elderly man who plays the organ with the singing group. We saw the menu and what they were having that evening meal. They give the residents a choice so you're not stuck eating whatever they give you.

January 20, 2017

By Frazie

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Brookdale was the facility that was able to understand how to help a resident with dementia. They worked with the family to really know and understand the resident and help the resident with daily activities. Providing activities that involve the resident and get that resident involved. The most important quality that Brookdale provides is that they really CARE. Also they have the training to help residents with proper dementia care. I would say to anyone who has a loved one who is suffering from dementia to consider Brookdale to care for that loved one. It is the best facility around for this terrible illness.

January 16, 2015

By Caring101011750

I am a friend or relative of a resident

I like Carolina House as it was local; my mother-in-law is there. The staff is very good, very knowledgeable, and friendly. Sanitation is very good and well-maintained. The room is spacious with new bathroom and closets, and it’s a got a living room where we can turn, and it got enough room. The staff is very attentive to her needs.

August 26, 2014

By valerie21

I visited this facility

I liked Carolina House and I thought it was really nice and gorgeous. It was close to where I live. I thought the grounds were lovely and well-kept. I talked to the residents and everyone was pleased with the care they received. They could have more activities for the residents. I would certainly recommend this facility.

January 17, 2014

By Caring74925050

I visited this facility

We visited Carolina House. The environment was great as compared to the others that we looked at. The staff was very friendly and seemed like very caring people. The rooms that we looked at were more than adequate. I would recommend them to others.

August 27, 2012

By GrandmothersGirl

I am a friend or relative of a resident

It's a very good place with caring people. There are many activities for here to belong. She has her friends. They play games. She even goes to bible studies.

August 08, 2012

By Janelle1

I am a friend or relative of a resident

My mother was a resident at Carolina House for almost four years. The workers were very loving, caring people. They went out of their way to try and be friends and make Carolina feel like a real home to the residents. There was time for music, games, art, exercises, TV, outside entertainment, Local churches would come in for Bible studies and music IF anyone wished to attended. The food always freshly prepared. The Carolina House always had medical staff available, provided transportation to hospital and doctors appt. There was a beauty/barber shop in facility.

July 27, 2012

By georgiaboy

I visited this facility

As soon as I saw this facility I could tell it was very well-maintained. Upon entering the Carolina House my first-impressions were confirmed because the place was very clean. My great-grandmother was in the Alzheimer's area of this facility and it was immaculate. The rooms and hallways looked perfect whenever I got a chance to visit. In addition to the appearance, the smell of the facility was very clean as opposed to either a musty scent of an old room or the sterility of a hospital. I had very little interaction with the staff but from what I could discern they seemed to be very friendly and well-equipped to aid the patients in the assisted living facility. My great-grandmother was able to watch her television to catch her baseball games. I heard from my grandfather that my great-grandmother did not suffer in her final days and passed away in her sleep. While my family wasn't able to care for her, the Carolina House did a heck of a job making sure that she was comfortable in those final years. I will never be able to repay them for that.

November 16, 2011

By zach2465

I visited this facility

I get a chance to visit this facility multiple times a month. I am the Assistant Chief of our local ambulance service and this facility is in our call district. Out of all the facilities in our district this is my favorite one, for more than one reason. The first is the staff, they are so pleasant and helpful when we come in to take a patient to the hospital. The staff knows what is going on and are prepared for our arrival with the patients chief complain , recent vitals and all of the patients medical history, and medical records. It seems like they are always in a great mood even if it is busy, you can really tell that they love their patients and what they do. I have never dealt with a nurse that has had a bad attitude and trust me this happens at some facilities. The second is the absolute cleanliness of the facility. It smells great all throughout the facility and that is very important, the hallways are spotless and the rooms are just as clean, it is very noticeable how clean it is. This facility is also know for their Alzheimer Disease care. They have a separate part of the facility for these patients and it seems like it is set up great for these type of patients, They also offer great programs and information for the families of that type of patient, IE, if a speaker on alzheimers is coming into town they direct families to that info. I live with my grandparents and they both suffer from alzheimers and at the time I care for them at home, but when it comes to the time when I cant care for them like they need, this is the facility that they will go to, hands down. We have already looked in to several facilities and this is my top pick. I am overall very satisfied with this facility and only have wonderful things to say about this place. Like i said earlier, i work with these facilities closely, and we have about 10 to 12 nursing homes in our district, out of all the places this is the one that impresses myself and they rest of my crew members and coworkers and even the rest of my family the most. I love this place, i think they are doing lots of wonderful things here for the people in our community that need around the clock care.

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Memory Care Reviews for Brookdale Forest City

August 15, 2021

By Steve

I visited this facility

Brookdale Forest City is great. Their main concern is the happiness and welfare of their patients, which nobody else has kind of expressed. In their memory care (which is where my uncle is going), they have one lady that stays in that area with all the patients all day. She makes sure that they've got everything they need and that they're there doing stuff they want to do. She finds what interests they have, and she tries to expand all those interests. She makes sure they have an opportunity to do the things they like to do. So far, what we saw during the tour was great. The people there were great. The room they showed us was nice, spacious, and roomy. They don't have private bathrooms in the rooms. They have the bathrooms down the hall for that particular area. For my uncle, that would be fine, and that's also so they can manage the residents better. They have an exercise area, a garden area, a nice eating area, a community area, and even a woodworking area. They have a lady that is a country cook. She does all the cooking for them. She baked us some homemade chocolate chip cookies.

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What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?

All Brookdale staff receive additional training monthly. Staff that work in our secured Claire Bridge unit receive additional monthly trainings that focus on caring for those with Alzheimer’s and Dementia.

Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Brookdale Forest City. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

The overall population here at Brookdale Forest City is high functioning, active seniors. Most residents at our community are age 65 and up. Their favorite things to do are go on outings, play BINGO, make crafts and attend various social events.

What programs or activities does Brookdale Forest City offer to enrich residents' well-being?

We offer Optimum Life Programing each day that are not only fun, but also purposeful. Our activities’ ensure that all aspects of quality of life are met as all of our activities are physical, emotional, purposeful, spiritual, social and intellectual.

What places are near Brookdale Forest City or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?

Forest City is situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains of North Carolina and has lots for our residents’ to enjoy. Forest City is home to the Bennett Classic Cars Museum, Chimney Rock State Park, and the Rutherford County Farm Museum. There are numerous wonderful places to eat including The Old Fashion Fountain at Smith’s Drug Store, Copper Penny Grill, Moe’s Original BBQ and Louie’s Café are just a few of our favorites. Voted the #1 Top Christmas Town near Asheville and the #2 Top Place for Christmas Lights in Asheville by Romantic Asheville, the Town of Forest City is the place to be during the Christmas season offering ice skating, carriage rides, and visits with Santa at his house located in downtown.

What transportation services does Brookdale Forest City offer to assisted living residents?

We provide transportation to and from local doctors’ appointments and residents with a valid driver’s license are welcome to have their vehicle here. We also take regular outings for shopping, dining, etc.

What safety features or security measures does Brookdale Forest City offer to assisted living residents?

Our community is well lit and handicap accessible. Our front door is locked each night at dark and unlocked each morning.. Visitors may ring the front doorbell for assistance.

How does Brookdale Forest City keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?

We have a Daily Chronicle that is passed out to all residents’ daily. We send a monthly newsletter to all residents and their families as well.

What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Brookdale Forest City during daytime and nighttime hours?

We staff to care to ensure that each resident has the highest quality of care and the amount of staff changes as residents age in place.

If Brookdale Forest City accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

Residents’ are welcome to have their pets live with them here at Brookdale Forest City. We have a dog walking trail outside as well as a courtyard and garden

What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?

All Brookdale staff receive additional training monthly.

How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?

We have 5 staff members in our Clare Bridge unit during the daytime and 3 staff members overnight.

What safety features or security measures does Brookdale Forest City provide to protect residents who wander?

At Brookdale Forest City safety is our top priority. We offer a secured Alzheimer’s and dementia unit, Clare Bridge, for our residents that need a secured unit. We also offer wander guard’s for those that may still live in Assisted Living with minor wandering issues.

What programs or activities does Brookdale Forest City offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?

We believe that people living with dementia can live an Optimum Life. By balancing six key dimensions of wellness with our activities and programs. They are purposeful, emotional, physical, spiritual, social and intellectual. This enables our residents to grow and bloom, whatever their real or perceived limitations may be.

Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?

We promote a person-centered care approach grounded in a philosophy that recognizes the person living with dementia as an individual with a unique personality, story and set of interests. Residents’ are assessed regularly in regards to health and cognitive functioning. We have nurses on staff as well as a physician to complete these assessments.

What techniques does Brookdale Forest City use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?

The hallmark of The Clare Bridge Program is the “Daily Path”, a gently structured routine designed to help people utilize their remaining skills to the best of their abilities. Our award winning Clare Bridge dining program features starting each meal with a fresh, warm wet towel infused with citrus in the morning and lavender in the evening to promote consistency and routine for your loved one. Our dining program supports our residents and their families through the entire progression of the disease or condition.

How does Brookdale Forest City keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?

We have a Daily Chronicle that is passed out to all residents’ daily. We send a monthly newsletter to all residents and their families as well.

Describe the neighborhood around Brookdale Forest City. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?

Brookdale Forest City is located in a rural neighborhood. Forest City is situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains of North Carolina and has lots for our residents’ to enjoy. Forest City is home to the Bennett Classic Cars Museum, Chimney Rock State Park, and the Rutherford County Farm Museum. There are numerous wonderful places to eat including The Old Fashion Fountain at Smith’s Drug Store, Copper Penny Grill, Moe’s Original BBQ and Louie’s Café are just a few of our favorites. Voted the #1 Top Christmas Town near Asheville and the #2 Top Place for Christmas Lights in Asheville by Romantic Asheville, the Town of Forest City is the place to be during the Christmas season offering ice skating, carriage rides, and visits with Santa at his house located in downtown.

Is Brookdale Forest City affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?

Brookdale Forest City is not affiliated with a hospital but we have several hospital choices in our area to include Rutherford Regional Medical Center, Atrium Cleveland, and Spartanburg Medical Center

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Room and housing options

1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Companion Suites: Yes
Studio Apartments

Dining options

In Room Kitchenette
Dining Room Shared Meals

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Beauty Barber Shop
Computer Room
Resident Transportation
Garden And Patio
Resident Parking

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Housekeeping
Laundry For Clothing

Technology and entertainment

Cable In Rooms

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Medication Management

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Offsite Activities
Religious Services
Fitness Room

Guest services

Guests At Mealtime

Diet

Low Fat
Low Salt

Languages

English

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Resident Capacity: 76
Minimum Age: 65
Pets: Yes

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Memory Care Training

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About Brookdale Forest City

Brookdale Forest City provides our 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 assisted living and Alzheimer's care resident the freedom and opportunity to make choices that will ease their lifestyle transitions. Residents enjoy life with the support they need, coupled with the proper lifestyle and care accommodations as their needs change.

We promise Respect for Individual Preferences and offer personalized care needs in an atmosphere that encourages each resident to live in health and longevity. Our residents enjoy life with the support they need, coupled with the appropriate assisted living and Alzheimer's care accommodations as those needs change.

Our community is dedicated to enriching the lives of our 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.

Our Clare Bridge Place program serves those with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Each day, we promise to work to deliver Daily Moments of Success for each resident. The Clare Bridge Daily Path provides structure and activities each day designed to meet specific needs of those with dementia, while the Clare Bridge Dining Program, designed by a gerontologist and registered dietitian, helps residents in need of Alzheimer's care retain the ability to enjoy and master the daily dining experience.

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