Brookdale Dublin sits at 160 Elephant Rd in Dublin, PA, and is a single-story community that offers several care options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, all on one campus as part of their continuing care retirement community setup, so residents can move through different levels of care without leaving the place they know. This community focuses a lot on supporting people with Alzheimer's and other dementia-related conditions, using programs like Clare Bridge which is a person-centered approach, and their staff, who are trained to handle challenging behaviors like wandering, are there 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help residents who may be at risk or need extra attention, including those needing insulin injections, bathroom support, and help with major behavior issues, and there is also a nurse on staff with a doctor on call for added medical support. The rooms come in several sizes, with semi-private and studio options that can be furnished or unfurnished, and have private or shared bathrooms, plus closets, and most rooms offer between 315 and 625 square feet; the semi-private memory care rooms cost about $5,175 and studios $6,085. Residents can bring pets, like cats and dogs, and staff will help with pet care if needed.
Brookdale Dublin makes a point of serving three meals every day, with dementia-friendly menus that have familiar food and easy-to-manage options, and they can handle special diets like low sodium or low sugar, with chefs and planners using fresh ingredients to make meals, and the dining room is open, with tables and chairs and views of the kitchen and hallways, plus artwork that adds to the environment. The building itself is wheelchair accessible, has controlled access, and uses safety technology like bracelets that set off alarms if someone tries to wander off the property, since many residents are at risk for that. You'll find shaded patios, tables with umbrellas, landscaped courtyards, garden spaces with potting benches and fences, as well as walking paths for those who prefer the outdoors, and people can garden or relax on the patios.
Inside, Brookdale Dublin offers spaces like a library, residents' lounge, TV/activity room with calming décor, soft lighting, comfortable chairs, and artwork, helping everyone feel at home, and the activity program gets pretty lively, with daily mental exercises, trivia, physical activities like walking clubs and group exercise, brain games, cooking classes, dancing, music, and even woodworking in their shop, along with painting, art projects, and their InTouch world travel adventures on touch-screen computers, and they run devotional services both onsite and offsite. People who live here find counseling services available if they want, and there's general support for well-being and wellness, including help with personal care like bathing, dressing, and medicine, as well as extra help for those who need transfers or can't walk on their own, including support with mechanical lifts. They're set up for hospice and respite care, manage incontinence needs, can handle diabetic care including blood sugar and insulin administration, and offer behavioral care for major challenges.
Everyone gets laundry, cleaning, Wi-Fi/internet, and transportation services, and people who drive can park on the property while those who don't need a ride can join the group van for appointments or outings. Brookdale is known for being pet-friendly and handicap accessible, and they offer beauty and barber services onsite for residents, plus a woodworking shop and plenty of indoor and outdoor common areas for socializing or relaxing in peace, and those who smoke outdoors can do so in the designated area. The concierge service is there to help with needs, there's a blog to keep residents and families connected, and a steady schedule of indoor and outdoor events. Home care services are an option for those needing non-medical support or companionship in their own suite, and every living arrangement aims for safety, dignity, and making every resident feel included.
Brookdale Dublin aims to build a community that feels secure but also gives residents lots of choices, from room size to activities, and emphasizes personal dignity for those with memory loss. Staff are described as helpful, joyful, and kind, fostering a friendly and welcoming atmosphere where people can feel like they belong, and with everything from secure memory care neighborhoods to independent living suites and skilled nursing, there's flexibility for almost any senior looking for support, peace of mind, and social engagement.
