Brookdale Riverwalk

Brookdale Riverwalk, located at 350 Calloway Drive in Bakersfield, CA, sits on a campus where residents can get independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and at-home care all in one place, which means folks can stay put even as their needs change, and that eases a lot of worry over moving again later on, so you'll find studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments and villas for different needs, and every unit's got emergency call systems, kitchenettes, patios or balconies, plus private rooms and bathrooms for comfort and privacy, with both male and female residents welcome. This place has staff around 24 hours a day, seven days a week, ready to respond if something happens, and nurses handle medical needs, help with medicine, and keep care plans up to date for every person, making sure each resident gets attention that suits them and changes as they age, so people who need help with daily things like bathing, dressing, or getting medicine on time will find it there. Brookdale Riverwalk has been built for safety and independence, making it easier to get around if you're using a walker or wheel- chair and there's both indoor and outdoor common areas, walking paths, a pet park for people who bring pets, and a no-smoking rule indoors, so the air stays cleaner for people who have breathing problems or want a non-smoking community. The community has social and recreational activities, such as outings, a movie theater, card and game rooms, a billiards room, and even a coffee cafe where residents can meet up and chat, plus there's internet and Wi-Fi all over so people can keep in touch with family or browse the web, and people can also use the library, the meditation and worship spaces, and the beauty and barber shop right on site. Meals here come in different styles - there's restaurant-style dining if you want to sit with others, or private dining rooms if you want a quieter space, so that covers families coming to visit too. If you need a ride to appointments or to run errands, there's complimentary transportation, and for those needing rehab, they've got occupational and physical therapy available, and when it comes to memory care, Brookdale Riverwalk has an innovative program with structure and award-winning dining that's gentle and predictable, which can be a relief if you're dealing with dementia or Alzheimer's. People can rent the community room for get-togethers, and there's a courtyard for sitting outside on nice days, while housekeeping and laundry services help keep things neat for everyone, and parking is available for residents who still drive. Brookdale Riverwalk calls itself a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), meaning seniors can move in and have pretty much all levels of support in one campus, so folks don't have to worry about finding a new place as their needs change. Unique names for some areas, signature programs, access to Brookdale Blogs, and a variety of events help people stay busy, and there's a focus on person-centered care so every resident's comfort and dignity are respected day by day.