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

With an average age of 87,most of BP’s population radiates a young-at-heart vibe. Walking club is often accompanied by upbeat jams and impromptu dance sessions. Some other favorite activities include shopping, exploring the city, hosting parties, and the ever-competitive Quarter BINGO. Friendships become family, and when age slows one of our residents down, they are still embraced as valued members of the community.

What programs or activities does Brookdale Panama City offer to enrich residents' well-being?

BP offers activities for all levels of engagement. In addition to daily fitness opportunities, residents are offered multiple opportunities to enjoy church services, musical entertainment, outings (including out of state), memory & brain stimulation, holiday celebrations, and times to be involved independently in parallel with others. Residents that enjoy working alone may stop by the Gallery or Activities Room and bring items back to their apartments. BP frequently partners with local groups to bring a variety of entertainment to the community.

What places are near Brookdale Panama City or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?

Nothing by foot, safely, we are local to shopping, dining and entertainment

What transportation services does Brookdale Panama City offer to assisted living residents?

The community’s wheelchair accessible bus is often on the move, transporting residents to and from activities & outings, as well as to individual scheduled doctor’s appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Residents that drive and own a vehicle may park it anywhere in the community’s parking lot. If needed, the community also assists residents in coordinating with 3rd party transportation (taxi, Lyft/Uber).

What makes the chef or dining program at Brookdale Panama City exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?

Residents can expect a nutritious, well-balanced menu that includes food from all walks of life, which THEY help design. Seasonal or local tastes, family traditions, special memories, or holidays are all incorporated as part of the dining experience. Our menus are approved by a dietician with the aging adult in mind. Residents have multiple outlets to share ideas for new or different menu options, in a way that they are comfortable with, including Menu Chat Meetings, the Resident Suggestion binder, comment cards, and directly with staff. Our Dining Service Coordinator leads a strong culinary team that understand the importance of food safety, honoring resident preference, offering a variety of options, and being open to feedback & making adjustments. Everyone in BP’s dietary department are Certified Food Protection Managers

What safety features or security measures does Brookdale Panama City offer to assisted living residents?

Community safety is one of the top priorities at BP. We prepare physically and mentally for situations that may arise. Multiple emergency pull cords are located in all of the apartments, as well as strategically around the community. Pendants (necklaces or bracelets) are offered but not required. Exit doors have a primary and secondary security system. We detect for both smoke & carbon monoxide and our fire systems are monitored by a 3rd party for the quickest response if ever needed. Due to our geographic location, we maintain preparations for natural disasters year-round. All associates are routinely in-serviced and trained for real life situations, to ensure that when time is of the essence, staff respond rather than react.

How does Brookdale Panama City keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?

Open communication with calls from community as needed, scheduled and impromptu family meetings, emails to families en masse for upcoming events or community updates, and texts & emails with ED and HWD if family’s preference.

What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Brookdale Panama City during daytime and nighttime hours?

Brookdale staffs to the direct needs of our residents. Every resident receives an individualized care plan that provides detailed information about the care needs of the resident. This system collectively provides the amount of staffing needed to provide the best care for our residents. This always meets the state regulations and most often exceeds the recommendation of state.

If Brookdale Panama City accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

All, we are extremely pet friendly and offer a secure courtyard area for free play

What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?

In addition to the extensive training that associates receive prior to beginning their journeys with BP, they also receive ongoing monthly training that focuses on aging adults, safety, dementias, and other relevant topics. Associates collaborate with community leadership to ensure that the specific needs of the community’s current resident population are addressed.

What safety features or security measures does Brookdale Panama City provide to protect residents who wander?

Since we have a secure interior, we are able to allow residents to freely move about the building with a watchful eye

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What You Should Know About Brookdale Panama City

Brookdale Panama City is a senior living facility that offers personalized care and assisted living to seniors. Safety is a priority with 24-hour security and emergency assistance available all day. The facility is located near restaurants, parks, shopping, hospitals, places of worship and transportation is available to local areas of interest. There are many senior programs available at Brookdale Panama City, including Yoga and exercise classes, chess, sewing and art classes. In addition to offering assisted living care, other services such as memory care, independent living, skilled nursing and hospice care available. Residents of Brookdale Panama City enjoy various floor plan options that include studios, one-bedroom or two-bedroom options and even spacious villas. These rooms feature private bathrooms, kitchenettes and balconies or porches to provide familiar conveniences and comforts from home. The facility is pet-friendly regularly hosts workshops, classes and social gatherings that help enrich the lives of residents.

What Brookdale Panama City Offers

Pet Therapy
Pets Allowed
Room Service

State Licenses: AL9293

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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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1-Bedrooms
Studios

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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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