Brookdale Smithfield

Brookdale Smithfield sits at 830 Berkshire Rd in Smithfield, NC, and offers several living options, including Active Adult/Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care for those with Alzheimer's and dementia, along with short-term respite and temporary stays if someone needs a little extra help for a while, and skilled care for those needing more medical attention. The community's got plenty of floor plans, with choices like studios and two-bedroom suites, and units can come furnished or unfurnished, some even have patios or balconies, and each has a kitchenette, a private bathroom, emergency call systems, and extra storage, plus cozy beds and recliners. You'll find outdoor spaces such as a shaded patio, a courtyard with walking paths, and a porch with rocking chairs so you can sit and relax with others, while inside there's a residents' lounge, a warm living room with a fireplace, a library, game room, and other spots for group activities. Meals come three times a day in a dining room with comfortable seating and flowers on the tables, every meal served on colorful plates and tablecloths to help with food recognition, and snacks are available between meals for everyone, with special attention given to nutrition and dietary needs. Folks in memory care have predictable routines, always sit at the same table, and see the same caring faces to ease stress and confusion, and there are worship and meditation spaces for those wanting quiet or spiritual time. Scheduled activities include bingo, arts and crafts, educational programs, and cultural outings, and there are social, physical, and mental engagement opportunities almost daily, focusing on hobbies and interests that fit each person, and transportation's available for errands, appointments, and events. The pet-friendly policy lets residents bring a furry companion, and you don't have to worry about chores, since housekeeping and laundry are handled for you, and the whole community has internet and Wi-Fi, so staying connected's easy. The staff's on hand 24 hours to help with medication, daily living needs like bathing and dressing, and there's counseling and help with errands too, and care plans are flexible to fit what each person wants or needs. Brookdale Smithfield's set up to offer a safe, welcoming place to call home, with services and amenities meant to make life easier, more comfortable, and enjoyable for seniors at all stages.