
Reviews of Brookdale Columbia
Assisted Living Reviews for Brookdale Columbia
May 01, 2022
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June 24, 2021
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We are sorry to hear your tour of Brookdale Columbia 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.
February 01, 2020
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December 18, 2017
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Thank you for taking the time to visit our community and share your feedback. Our community has so much to offer and we would love for you to come back to visit again!
April 17, 2017
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March 06, 2017
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October 27, 2016
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June 10, 2016
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January 24, 2016
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April 29, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
August 31, 2014
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July 31, 2014
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July 19, 2014
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April 29, 2014
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April 09, 2014
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March 28, 2014
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January 17, 2014
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November 28, 2013
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April 29, 2013
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January 24, 2013
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July 05, 2012
I am a friend or relative of a resident
May 18, 2011
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Questions about Brookdale Columbia
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Brookdale Columbia. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
The population here at Brookdale Columbia consists of Residents between the ages of 70 to 98 years young. The average age of our Residents is 75 years young. Our Residents have varied interests and our Activities Programs try to accommodate all of our Residents interests. We offer opportunities to explore new things and we are a Resident based activities Community. Some of our Residents favorite things to do is participate in Social activities. We also offer a Bird Club, Gardening Club, Poetry classes and our newest IPAD technology classes
What programs or activities does Brookdale Columbia offer to enrich residents' well-being?
Brookdale Columbia offers many Activities and Programs geared to Enrich our Residents’ well-being. We offer Physical B-Fit exercises classes 7 days a week as well as several Brain fit programs and Intellectually stimulating activities. We have several Social opportunities each day. We also offer emotional focused groups and Vibrant Spiritual programs that give our Residents purpose
What places are near Brookdale Columbia or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
Brookdale Columbia has various local shopping and Dining choices for our Residents to choose from. Unfortunately, we do not have any in walking distance for our Residents but we can use our Brookdale Bus to transport our Residents to these places
What transportation services does Brookdale Columbia offer to assisted living residents?
Brookdale Columbia offers transportation services for Physician appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays for our Residents. We also use the Brookdale Bus to take our Residents on various outings
What makes the chef or dining program at Brookdale Columbia exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Our Chef prepares fresh and nutritious food daily for our Residents. We never serve processed items. We gear our Menu choices to what our Residents like and are happy to offer choices for our Residents. We also can accommodate special diets for our Residents if ordered by a Physician. All of our menu choices are low sodium but for our Residents who wish for seasonings we offer Brookdale Signature Seasonings that contain no sodium but can used to enhance the flavor of the foods for our Residents
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale Columbia offer to assisted living residents?
In addition to our Brookdale Columbia being a secured Community we are also a one story Community. Each of our Resident Apartments offer smoke detectors and sprinkler systems for added safety for all of our Residents. We also offer a secured courtyard for our Residents and Families to enjoy
How does Brookdale Columbia keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
Brookdale Columbia believes that communication between our Clinical Team and Families is of the utmost importance. We are able to communicate openly with our Residents Families by many methods such as Face to Face care meetings with the Clinical Team and Families as well as communication through email, phone and text
What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Brookdale Columbia during daytime and nighttime hours?
In South Carolina, the state’s regulation mandates a minimum of one (1) associate per eight (8) residents between the hours of 7am and 7pm. Between 7pm and 7am, one (1) associate per thirty (30) residents is mandated. Our staffing schedule meets and exceeds these requirements.
If Brookdale Columbia accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Brookdale Columbia happily accepts both Dogs and Cats. As we all know they are part of our families too. We have a secured courtyard that our friends can enjoy
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
Brookdale Columbia prides itself on the Training all of our associates receive from the first day of employment. Brookdale Columbia also requires all staff to complete monthly learning classes in order to ensure that our staff is properly trained and always up to date on the most current training available offered by Brookdale Senior Living
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale Columbia provide to protect residents who wander?
Brookdale Columbia is a secured Community. All of the entrances and exits here at Brookdale Columbia are locked for the protection and safety of all of our Residents. Especially for our Residents who may tend to wander. All visitors must be buzzed in and out of our Community in order to help protect all of our Residents
Services and Amenities of Brookdale Columbia
Room and housing options
- Companion Suites: We Offer Companion Suites
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- Dining Room Shared Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Resident Transportation
- Party Space
- Tv Room
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
- Features Extra: Secured Community, Heat Lamps In Resident Bathrooms, Pet Friendly
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Technology and entertainment
- Wifi
- Technology Extra: Emergency Call System
Health services
- Hospice Care
- Medication Management
- Nurse On Staff: Yes
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Music
- Games
- Stories
- Religious Services
- Lectures Discussions
- Arts And Crafts
Financial guidance
- Va Benefits Consultation
- Financing Advice
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
- Overnight Guests
Diet
- Diabetic
- Low Fat
- Low Salt
- Renal
Languages
- English
General
- Resident Capacity: 52
- Staff Patient Ratio: Minimum Of 8:1
- Respite Care
- Minimum Age: 65
- Pets: Yes
Range of services
- Range Of Services Extra: Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy And Speech Therapy In House. We Also Offer Labs, Podiatry Services And Mobile X Ray Services
Licenses
- Licenses: Community Residential Care Facility
About Brookdale Columbia
Brookdale Columbia 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.
What Makes Us Special
All of our external doors are secured by a passcode, and all guests are greeted upon entry and exit to ensure resident safety. We also have in-house therapy and hospice services.
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