Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Brookdale University Park Alabama. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

The average age of our Resident is in the early 80’s. Their favorite things to do is to go out to local restaurants, cultural activities and community functions. They also enjoy their activities in the community. Most of our Residents are matriarchs of their families and they have history in Birmingham. Most of our Residents were wives and daughters of influential families of Birmingham

What programs or activities does Brookdale University Park Alabama offer to enrich residents' well-being?

We have daily activities ranging from exercise, crafts, book club and the ever favorite Bingo.

What places are near Brookdale University Park Alabama or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?

Samford University is across the street and we often have visits to their campus.

What transportation services does Brookdale University Park Alabama offer to assisted living residents?

We offer transportation to physician appointments. We have transportation to local church and synagogues. We have multiple trips a month to shopping and restaurants.

What makes the chef or dining program at Brookdale University Park Alabama exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?

The Residents can choose from three entrées with meat, fish or poultry. We have multiple sides of vegetables and salads. We have sugar free and regular desserts. We have a restaurant type atmosphere for our dining experience.

What safety features or security measures does Brookdale University Park Alabama offer to assisted living residents?

We are a gated community and we have secured doors that a visitor will need a electronic fob to gain access to the community. We also have emergency systems in each unit and pendants for the Residents. We also have a concierge desk that is manned 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

How does Brookdale University Park Alabama keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?

If chosen the family shares their email with us. We also communicate via cell phone and in person arranged meetings. Most of our communication is done face to face with the families.

If Brookdale University Park Alabama accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

We do accept cats and dogs as long as the Resident can care for the animal. Once they cannot provide care for the animal we can provide a fee based service to manage the animal. We have court yards for them to enjoy the outdoors..

What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?

The staff training includes Dementia Care training, Understanding Seniors, Personal Care and Customer Service. Monthly In-services

What safety features or security measures does Brookdale University Park Alabama provide to protect residents who wander?

We do not accept exit seeking Residents in our AL. We will accept wandering Residents in our Memory Care which is a secured neighborhood and located on the 1st floor of our community.

Brookdale University Park Alabama

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What You Should Know About Brookdale University Park Alabama

At Brookdale University Park, residents receive compassionate assisted living services in a pet-friendly continuing care community. Errands such as banking and shopping in the facility's general store can be done on site, and the resident chapel provides a place for worship and meditation. With its high ceilings and comfortable chairs surrounding a tall fireplace, the cozy living area is an inviting space for residents and guests to gather. Outside, a shady porch and putting green provide spaces for residents to relax, have fun and enjoy the fresh Birmingham air.

What Brookdale University Park Alabama Offers

Family-Style Dining
Room Service
Special Diets Supported

State Licenses: D3768

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Housing and Room Options

Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.

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What Residents Are Saying

3.6 out of 5 stars

Average of 37 reviews

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Property Highlights

Assisted Living only refers families to appropriately licensed facilities.

Pet-Friendly

Most active retirement communities allow their residents to have pets for the fact that they can take care of them by themselves.

Transportation

Our transportation services include scheduled outings and transportation to some outside appointments.

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