
Reviews of Brookdale Ennis
Assisted Living Reviews for Brookdale Ennis
September 15, 2020
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August 18, 2020
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July 04, 2020
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June 07, 2017
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December 22, 2015
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July 16, 2015
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November 05, 2014
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June 10, 2014
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April 01, 2014
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August 13, 2012
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Questions about Brookdale Ennis
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Brookdale Ennis. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Our average age is around 85 years old. The residents here enjoy listening to music and playing games. The residents are pretty active and engaged in the community. The families are very engaged in the community as well. It's a very small town, tight-nit community atmosphere.
What programs or activities does Brookdale Ennis offer to enrich residents' well-being?
The daily exercise program, Bing, arts and crafts (painting/ceramics), movie night with popcorn, weekly manicures (nail painting free of charge), salon services (for charge).
What places are near Brookdale Ennis or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
Lion park is nearby and the Avenue church is next door. MD, Chiropractor, Dentist and Optometrist across the street.
What transportation services does Brookdale Ennis offer to assisted living residents?
Brookdale Ennis has a community 12 passenger bus with a wheelchair lift, available for resident transportation and activities. Transportation is offered for medical appointments on T/Th.
What makes the chef or dining program at Brookdale Ennis exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Our dining services manager owns a private culinary business and was voted top culinary business by Ennis Daily News! She has a passion for serving seniors and amazing food!
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale Ennis offer to assisted living residents?
COVID screening for every visitor prior to entry. Residents are screened 3 times per day. The community has secured doors with keypads for external entry. Associates are screened for COVID 2x day. 24 hour awake staff .
How does Brookdale Ennis keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
ED sends out email weekly, also communicates through phone calls frequently. Recently started Zoom calls for community updates.
What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Brookdale Ennis during daytime and nighttime hours?
Our staffing is unique to Brookdale. We staff according to our resident acuity not the state mandates, which means we most often exceed the state minimum requirements for staffing. Currently, we have our nurse plus 2 caregivers during the day and 2 caregivers at the second shift and night. Our RN is on call 24/7 as well as our ED.
If Brookdale Ennis accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Yes we are pet friendly and we have a lovely courtyard the residents and pets can access any time.
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
Annual in-service training is completed for all associates (12 hours annually) in addition all associates receive 24 hours of training at new hire. Ongoing COVID training has been added as needed.
What safety features or security measures does Brookdale Ennis provide to protect residents who wander?
We have secured/alarmed exterior doors that are managed through alarms and our phone/pager system.
Services and Amenities of Brookdale Ennis
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
- Resident Transportation
- Party Space
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
Cleaning services
- Housekeeping
Health services
- Medication Management
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Religious Services
Diet
- Low Fat
- Low Salt
Languages
- English
General
- Minimum Age: 65
- Pets: Yes
Licenses
- State Licenses: 000499
About Brookdale Ennis
Brookdale Ennis 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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