Oakmont of Brookside Costs & Pricing
Oakmont of Brookside offers competitive pricing for its residents when compared to the broader market in San Joaquin County and throughout California. The cost for a studio apartment at Oakmont is $3,295, slightly below the county average of $3,366 and significantly lower than the state average of $4,145. For those considering a semi-private room, Oakmont maintains an attractive rate of $3,295 as well, which surpasses the county's lower rate of $3,074 but remains more affordable than many options across California. When it comes to one-bedroom units, Oakmont's price of $4,595 is higher than both the county average of $3,551 and the state average of $4,340. This pricing structure reflects Oakmont's commitment to providing quality care while balancing affordability in a region where costs can vary greatly.
| Floor plans | Oakmont of Brookside | San Joaquin County | California |
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| Studio | $3,295 | $3,366 | $4,145 |
| Semi-Private | $3,295 | $3,074 | $3,333 |
| 1 Bedroom | $4,595 | $3,551 | $4,340 |
Overall Review of Oakmont of Brookside
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16 reviews mention this
Dining and chef-prepared meals
Restaurant-style dining and chef-prepared meals come up again and again in residents' comments.
Residents repeatedly describe the meals as a standout, mentioning chef-prepared food and an approach that lets people eat throughout the day. Multiple reviewers also highlight the dining room experience and mention specific touches like quality, taste, and attentive meal support from the kitchen and wait staff. The community also offers restaurant-style dining as part of what it provides, which aligns with those consistent comments.
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26 reviews mention this
Friendly, attentive staff
Reviewers consistently describe staff members as welcoming, kind, and responsive.
A large share of residents and family members describe the staff as friendly and genuinely caring, with warm greetings and respect in day-to-day interactions. Several comments specifically mention how staff follow up, check in, and help coordinate issues as they come up. Cleanliness and professionalism show up alongside that service, reinforcing the impression that residents are treated with attention rather than distance.
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18 reviews mention this
Activities keep residents engaged
Residents describe busy daily schedules and outings that help them stay active.
Many reviewers say there is always something happening, with daily activities and social events that keep residents from staying in their rooms. Comments mention group activities like music, game nights, and outings, and some families describe being included through recurring family events. The community also lists extensive activity options, including scheduled daily activities and planned day trips, matching the overall picture residents describe.
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7 reviews mention this
Memory care and care coordination
Families highlight memory care programming and frequent check-ins as important strengths.
Several reviewers specifically connect their experience in memory care to daily activities, regular check-ins, and a supportive approach when concerns arise. Some families describe the rooms and shared areas as kept immaculate and point to consistent communication between staff and loved ones. While most comments are positive, at least one reviewer questions coordination and notes that some care happens when families are not around, even while their loved one is described as being well cared for.
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4 reviews mention this
High fees and uneven hospice setup
Families mention that costs can be very high and one reviewer reported problems with hospice arrangements.
Pricing comes up as a concern, with at least one reviewer saying the community felt too expensive and another describing assisted living costs that can rise if needs increase. On the care-services side, one family member reported that the hospice setup during daily “come in” coverage did not meet expectations, citing missing items in hospice rooms and needing to relocate to another hospice setting.
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