Brookdale East Arbor

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Brookdale East Arbor

6060 East Arbor Avenue, Mesa, AZ 85206

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

4.2 from 44 reviews
5 stars
28
4 stars
7
3 stars
3
2 stars
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1 stars
4

Assisted Living

Pricing

Brookdale East Arbor offers competitive pricing for its residents, particularly in comparison to the broader market of Maricopa County and the state of Arizona. For instance, a studio unit at Brookdale East Arbor is priced at $3,580 per month, which is notably more affordable than the county's average of $3,960 and the state average of $3,829. However, when it comes to one-bedroom units, Brookdale's rate of $3,985 exceeds both Maricopa County's lower average of $3,473 and Arizona's state average of $3,532. This pricing structure highlights Brookdale East Arbor as an attractive option for those seeking studio accommodations while presenting a slightly higher cost for one-bedroom living compared to local averages.

Room TypeBrookdale East ArborMaricopa CountyArizona
Studio$3,580$3,960$3,829
1 Bedroom$3,985$3,473$3,532

Overall Review

Pros

  • pro The staff at Brookdale East Arbor consistently demonstrate kindness and genuine care for both residents and their families, making them feel at home.
  • pro The facility is impeccably clean, well-organized, and presents a welcoming environment that feels more like a home than a nursing facility.
  • pro Residents enjoy a variety of engaging activities, from art classes to exercise groups, which support their mental and emotional well-being.
  • pro Family members appreciate the attentive communication regarding residents' health issues and medication management.
  • pro Many families felt relief knowing their loved ones were in a safe and happy place, with excellent care provided by professional staff.
  • pro Brookdale East Arbor fosters a sense of community where residents can build friendships and participate in enjoyable social events.
  • pro The living spaces are modern, spacious, and well-suited for individuals with mobility needs, enhancing the comfort of the residents.
  • pro Visitors often leave with a positive impression of the warm atmosphere and supportive staff interactions at Brookdale East Arbor.

Cons

  • pro The facility's staff turnover was high, making it difficult for residents to form relationships with caregivers.
  • pro Some family members felt that medications were messed up and missed during their loved one?s stay, leading to serious consequences.
  • pro A family had a poor experience with the lead medication technician and felt unprofessional behavior from management during their loved one?s time in the community.
  • pro There were concerns about transparency regarding pricing, as initial fees were much higher than expected due to a mistake by the director.
  • pro Communication issues arose when an aide notified a family member about their loved one being hospitalized instead of a nurse providing detailed information.
  • pro A resident requiring more care was asked to leave the facility, indicating a lack of appropriate support for all levels of care needed.
  • pro Families felt pressured by staff regarding hospice choices and suspected kickbacks associated with specific providers.
  • pro An initial tour gave a positive impression, but family members found that the staff-to-resident ratio was unsuitable for their loved one's needs after further consideration.

Review

Deciding to move a loved one into assisted living is never an easy choice. The emotional weight of acknowledging that a parent needs help can be overwhelming, but for many families who have chosen Brookdale East Arbor, this decision has ultimately proven to be beneficial. Reviewers consistently praise the facility's cleanliness and the kindness of its staff, which has helped ease the transition for both residents and their families. For instance, one daughter expressed profound gratitude for the way her mother was welcomed into Brookdale East Arbor, noting how the staff's caring nature and attentiveness created an environment she now considers home.

Residents find themselves thriving at Brookdale East Arbor, with numerous testimonies highlighting the attention given not only to physical needs but also to mental and emotional wellbeing. Activities abound, from exercise classes to festive celebrations, ensuring that residents remain engaged and social. One reviewer mentioned that their dad had lived there happily for two years, experiencing both consistent medical support?such as medication management?and enjoyable recreational programs. This dual focus on care and community seems integral to Brookdale?s philosophy, fostering strong connections among residents while addressing individual health requirements.

The facility itself impresses visitors with its modern amenities and inviting atmosphere. Several reviews mention how well-maintained Brookdale East Arbor is?spotlessly clean with pleasant aromas throughout?and how cheerful interactions among residents create a warm community vibe. Some families noted the spaciousness of living spaces, which are designed with accessibility in mind?features like wheelchair-friendly layouts contribute significantly to a positive living experience.

While there are numerous glowing testimonials about Brookdale East Arbor's offerings, some criticisms do emerge that warrant acknowledgment as well. A couple of reviewers shared distressing experiences related to medication management or communication failures concerning health emergencies. In a particularly unfortunate case, one family faced serious issues when vital medications were mishandled during their loved one?s stay, resulting in tragic consequences that left them feeling neglected by the staff's oversight.

The feedback reflects varied perspectives on staff turnover; some appreciated the rotating caregivers? friendly demeanor while others felt this hindered deeper relationships between residents and caregivers. Families expressed frustration when dealing with administrative concerns; discrepancies regarding pricing were highlighted along with feelings of dissatisfaction related to responses from management when issues arose during their loved ones' stays at Brookdale East Arbor.

In light of these mixed reviews?where outstanding care met with operational challenges?it becomes evident that choosing an assisted living community like Brookdale East Arbor requires thorough consideration of both commendable aspects and potential pitfalls. However, overall impressions reveal a supportive environment where elderly individuals can feel genuinely cared for while engaging in enriching activities alongside peers?a sentiment that resonates deeply amidst countless families finding solace in knowing they have made a worthy choice in senior care facilities for their loved ones.

Features

Housing

  • 72 resident community capacity 72 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Home sale assistance Home sale assistance
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Spa Spa
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Hospice care Hospice care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Book club Book club
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Mormon/LDS services Mormon/LDS services
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Languages Spoken

  • English English
  • Spanish Spanish

Description

Brookdale East Arbor in Mesa, AZ is an exceptional assisted living community that offers studio apartments for seniors seeking a comfortable and supportive living environment. Our community provides a wide range of amenities to ensure the well-being and happiness of our residents.

Residents at Brookdale East Arbor can enjoy a variety of on-site activities, including art classes, cooking classes, fitness programs, games, and live musical performances. We also provide concierge services to assist with any needs or requests our residents may have. For those who seek spiritual fulfillment, we offer devotional activities both on-site and off-site, as well as religious services from various denominations.

Our spacious studio apartments are fully furnished and equipped with air-conditioning to guarantee maximum comfort. Each apartment includes a kitchenette or full kitchen, private bathrooms with wheelchair accessible showers, cable or satellite TV, and Wi-Fi/high-speed internet. Housekeeping services ensure that our residents' living spaces are clean and tidy at all times.

At Brookdale East Arbor, we prioritize the health and well-being of our residents. We offer 24-hour call systems and supervision for added safety and peace of mind. Our dedicated staff is available to provide assistance with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, transfers, medication management, diabetes care, incontinence care, and meal preparation according to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.

Transportation arrangements are easily made for both medical appointments and recreational outings. We also provide community-operated transportation for convenient access to nearby cafes, parks, pharmacies, restaurants, places of worship and theaters.

Meals at Brookdale East Arbor are prepared by professional chefs in a restaurant-style dining setting. We cater to special dietary restrictions such as gluten-free options, low/no sodium diets, diabetic care diets (including no sugar), veganism and vegetarianism. Room service is also available for ultimate convenience.

Our community fosters social connections through resident-run activities like book clubs and gardening clubs. Educational speakers offer lifelong learning opportunities, and scheduled daily activities ensure that there is always something exciting happening. We also have a small library, gaming rooms, TV rooms, and a spa for relaxation and leisure.

We understand the importance of pets in our residents' lives, which is why we are pet-friendly. Additionally, we offer respite or short-term stays for those who require temporary care.

Brookdale East Arbor provides exceptional care services to meet the individual needs of each resident. Our dedicated staff coordinates with healthcare providers and offers high acuity care, hospice care, mental wellness programs, physical therapy, transportation arrangement (non-medical), and VA benefits consultation.

Spanish is spoken at Brookdale East Arbor to cater to residents who prefer or require bilingual assistance.

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Mesa, Arizona offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for seniors looking to settle in the area. With multiple physicians, pharmacies, cafes, restaurants, theaters, parks, and places of worship within a few miles radius, residents can easily access healthcare services, dining options, entertainment venues, outdoor recreational areas, and spiritual communities. The proximity to Falcon Field Airport provides convenient transportation options for those who may need to travel. Overall, this neighborhood presents a well-rounded and accessible environment for seniors seeking a comfortable and vibrant community to call home.

Physicians

  • Cvam (0.1 miles)
  • Valley Endocrine Associates (0.4 miles)
  • Banner Imaging East Mesa (0.6 miles)
  • Oasis Obstetrics and Gynecology (1.5 miles)
  • Skyline Medicine (1.7 miles)
  • Cornerstone Family Medicine (2.4 miles)
  • Parikh, Simul Banner Md Anderson Cancer Center (2.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.1 miles)
  • Bashas' Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.7 miles)

Cafes

  • The Human Bean (0.9 miles)
  • Over Easy (1.5 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (2.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (4 miles)
  • McDonald’s (6.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • Olive Garden (1.5 miles)
  • Applebee's (1.5 miles)
  • Red Lobster (1.5 miles)
  • What the Hell Bar & Grill (1.5 miles)
  • The Cheesecake Factory (1.7 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.8 miles)
  • Freddy's Frozen Custard (1.9 miles)

Theaters

  • Superstition Springs 25 (2.3 miles)
  • AMC Superstition East 12 (6.3 miles)

Parks

  • Greenfield Park (2.5 miles)
  • Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch (4 miles)
  • Skyline Park (5.1 miles)
  • Finley Farms Park (5.5 miles)

Transportation

  • Falcon Field Airport (MSC) (3.3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (4.9 miles)
  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (5.1 miles)

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